The police commands in Lagos and Kogi States have warned defaulters as they began the enforcement of mandatory third-party insurance policy for vehicles in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

The Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, ordered strict adherence to the IG directive across the state.

Mr Dantawaye, in a statement issued in Lokoja by the command’s spokesman, SP Williams Ovye-Aya, said he was expecting compliance from Kogi motorists.

The commissioner said that the enforcement, which began on Saturday, February 1, 2025, aimed to enhance road safety and ensure that vehicle owners comply with insurance regulations.

He said, “These regulations are designed to protect both motorists and other road users.’’

The commissioner urged the people of Kogi State to cooperate with the police officers carrying out enforcement duties to avoid unnecessary challenges.

He warned that failure to comply with the directive would attract legal consequences.

The commissioner advised vehicle owners and road users in the state to obtain valid third-party insurance to avoid any inconveniences during enforcement.

He readily directed area commanders, tactical commanders, and divisional police officers to ensure full implementation of the directive and urged them to maintain a high level of professionalism and adherence to standard procedures.

Also, in Lagos, the police command announced that it would begin enforcement of the third-party insurance policy from Saturday.

 The state’s Commissioner of Police, Olanrewaju Ishola, made this known in a statement on Saturday by the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin.

 Mr Ishola stated that the enforcement aligned with the directive of the IG.  

He said, “Vehicle owners in the state are required to have, at minimum, valid third-party insurance. Those without any form of insurance are advised to obtain one immediately. The Nigeria Police Force warns vehicle owners and operators against non-compliance with this essential regulation. Failure to comply will result in strict enforcement actions, including fines, penalties, or both. This initiative aims to ensure vehicle owners adhere to stipulated insurance requirements, safeguarding themselves and other road users.’’ 

Mr Ishola instructed officers involved in the enforcement exercise to remain professional, courteous, yet firm in carrying out their duties.

 He also cautioned officers that any form of incivility toward members of the public would not be tolerated.

 The CP, however, urged the public to cooperate with the police, emphasising that the crucial enforcement would be beneficial to all parties.

(NAN)