Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Borno State Police Command has impounded a total of 78 vehicles for operating without registration number plates or with concealed, altered, defaced or obscured plates, as part of a statewide enforcement exercise in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu. The command disclosed this in a press release issued on Thursday, June 18, 2026, signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso.
According to the statement, the enforcement exercise commenced on June 10, 2026, and has so far led to the impoundment of 78 vehicles found in violation of the law. The owners and operators of the affected vehicles have been duly processed, with appropriate cases already charged before competent courts in accordance with extant laws.
The Commissioner of Police, Borno State Command, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, described the enforcement exercise as a proactive crime prevention strategy aimed at improving public safety, enhancing intelligence gathering, and denying criminal elements the opportunity to exploit unregistered or improperly identified vehicles in the commission of crimes. He reiterated that the exercise is not intended to inconvenience law-abiding citizens but to ensure strict compliance with existing traffic and security regulations, and urged all vehicle owners to regularize the registration of their vehicles and ensure that approved registration number plates are properly displayed at all times.
The command further assured members of the public that the enforcement will continue to be conducted professionally, fairly, and with due respect for the rights of all citizens. Motorists were advised to comply with the law to avoid sanctions. The Borno State Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property and appreciated the cooperation and understanding of the people of Borno State in supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening public safety and security.
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