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Kogi Police Launch Statewide Crackdown on Obscured, Invalid License Plates

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kogi State Police Command has launched a statewide operation against vehicles with obscured or invalid license plates.
  • The exercise aims to enhance public safety by preventing criminals from using unidentifiable vehicles.
  • Vehicles found in violation will be impounded and investigated, with police urging public cooperation.

The Kogi State Police Command has initiated a statewide enforcement campaign targeting vehicles with non-compliant license plates. This measure, directed by the Inspector-General of Police, aims to bolster public safety by making it harder for criminals to use untraceable vehicles for illicit activities.

The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, has directed all Area Commanders, Motor Traffic police and Divisional Police Officers to enforce full compliance within their Areas of Responsibility.

โ€” ASP Oyiza AfusatThe Commandโ€™s spokesperson explaining the directive from the Police Commissioner.

Police Commissioner Naziru Bello Kankarofi has instructed all relevant police units to ensure strict adherence to the directive. Vehicles found to be in violation of the regulations will be impounded and subjected to thorough investigation. Authorities are urging motorists and transport operators to ensure their vehicle registration plates are always valid and clearly visible, and to keep all necessary documents readily available for inspection.

Vehicles found in violation will be impounded and subjected to investigation in line with extant laws.

โ€” ASP Oyiza AfusatThe spokesperson detailing the consequences for non-compliant vehicles.

The operation is framed as a proactive security strategy designed to improve crime prevention, enhance vehicle identification, and strengthen overall security operations within the state. The Kogi State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property and seeks the public's full cooperation for the initiative's success. Citizens are also encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious individuals, vehicles, or activities to the nearest police station or emergency channels.

The exercise is a proactive security measure designed to enhance crime prevention, improve vehicle identification, and strengthen overall security operations across the State.

โ€” ASP Oyiza AfusatThe spokesperson describing the purpose of the enforcement exercise.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.