From tomorrow (1 February) the Nigeria Police Force will continue the enforcement of the mandatory third party insurance.
According to a statement by the Force spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the initiative aims to reinforce road safety measures and ensure that all vehicle owners comply with the stipulated insurance requirements to protect themselves and others on the road.
He said: ‘The Nigeria Police Force cautions vehicle owners and operators against non-compliance with this essential regulation. Failure to possess valid third party insurance will result in strict enforcement actions, including fines or penalties or both, as mandated by relevant extant laws.
‘Effective 1 February, all vehicle owners nationwide are required to possess valid third party insurance as they move about, and those without the Insurance, are advised to be insured quickly to avoid any sort of embarrassment’.
Adejobi said the Inspector-General, Kayode Egbetokun has directed all state police commissioners to ensure due enforcement, ‘as police officers will be empowered to conduct checks and enforce penalties for non-compliance in line with relevant extant laws.
‘The Nigeria Police Force remains dedicated to enhancing road safety and protecting the lives of all citizens through the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations. Cooperation from members of the public in this crucial endeavor is much appreciated’.
