Niger State Police Impound 115 Vehicles for Operating Without Registration Number Plates

The Niger State Police Command has intensified its enforcement against unregistered vehicles, defaced number plates, and illegal tinted glasses, impounding 115 vehicles across the state.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement, saying the affected vehicles were intercepted at various police formations for operating without registration number plates, displaying defaced or obscured number plates, or using tinted glasses without lawful authorisation.

According to the statement, the 115 vehicles were impounded as part of the Command's efforts to improve public safety, strengthen crime prevention, and curb vehicle-related crimes across the state. The vehicles were subjected to proper screening, and over 90 of them found to be in violation of relevant traffic and vehicle registration laws were investigated and charged before courts of competent jurisdiction for prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Elleman, commended the officers involved in the operation for demonstrating professionalism, civility, and respect for human rights throughout the exercise. He urged them to sustain the momentum while ensuring strict compliance with standard operating procedures during subsequent enforcement operations.

CP Elleman also appreciated members of the public, particularly vehicle owners, for their cooperation and understanding, stressing that the exercise was not intended to inconvenience law-abiding citizens but to enhance security through effective identification of vehicles and prevention of criminal activities.

He advised motorists to ensure that their vehicles are properly registered and fitted with clearly visible registration number plates at all times. The Commissioner also urged members of the public to comply with traffic regulations and continue to cooperate with police officers carrying out the enforcement exercise.

The Niger State Police Command encouraged residents with complaints or observations regarding the operation to contact the following numbers for prompt intervention: 0703 196 4389, 0916 880 2621, 0803 223 3454.

We urge the public to continue to cooperate with the police and ensure that their vehicles are properly registered and fitted with clearly visible registration number plates at all times. We are committed to enhancing security through effective identification of vehicles and prevention of criminal activities.

CP Adamu Elleman

The Niger State Police Command's enforcement exercise has been ongoing, with the Command seeking to improve public safety and prevent vehicle-related crimes across the state. The exercise has resulted in the impoundment of numerous vehicles found to be in violation of traffic and vehicle registration laws.

The operation has been commended by the Commissioner of Police, who noted that the professionalism and respect for human rights displayed by officers throughout the exercise were exemplary. The public has been encouraged to cooperate with the enforcement exercise, with the Commissioner urging motorists to ensure that their vehicles are properly registered and fitted with clearly visible registration number plates.

The Niger State Police Command has made it clear that the exercise is part of its efforts to strengthen crime prevention and curb vehicle-related crimes across the state. The public has been encouraged to report any complaints or observations regarding the operation to the designated numbers.

The operation has been ongoing, with the Command seeking to improve public safety and prevent vehicle-related crimes across the state. The exercise has resulted in the impoundment of numerous vehicles found to be in violation of traffic and vehicle registration laws.

CP Adamu Elleman has commended the officers involved in the operation for their professionalism and respect for human rights. He has also encouraged members of the public to cooperate with the enforcement exercise and ensure that their vehicles are properly registered and fitted with clearly visible registration number plates.