In a bid to curb the escalating security situation, the police command in Benue, on Sunday, ordered motorists and motorcyclists to stop covering their registration number plates.

The order was contained in a statement signed by the state’s police public relations officer (PPRO), SP Sewuese Anene, in Makurdi.

According to Ms Anene, covering vehicle number plates was an offence and would be met with the appropriate sanctions.

“The practice of covering number plates has become increasingly prevalent in the state, and this is posing a significant security threat to the state, as criminals can take advantage of this practice to perpetuate crime and get away with it.

“Consequently, the Commissioner of Police (CP), Benue State Command, Hassan Yabanet, has ordered all Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to impound such vehicles for investigation and prosecution.

“Motorists are hereby advised to ensure that their vehicle registration number plates remain clearly visible at all times while driving within the state to avoid any inconvenience that may be caused by the enforcement.

“Together, we can contribute to the promotion of public safety and the maintenance of law and order in Benue State,” the PPRO said in the statement.

(NAN)