The Edo State Police Command has announced plans to intensify enforcement against vehicles operating with covered, obscured, altered, defaced, or completely absent registration number plates across the state.
The Command said the exercise is in line with a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at strengthening security, improving intelligence gathering, and preventing criminal elements from exploiting anonymity through concealed vehicle identities.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, the Commissioner of Police in Edo State, CP Monday Agbonika, directed Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers to commence sustained operations targeting offenders.
According to the statement, vehicles found violating registration regulations will be stopped, investigated, and, where necessary, impounded in accordance with the law.
The police expressed concern over the increasing number of vehicles operating within the state with concealed or missing number plates, describing the trend as a major security challenge that hampers efforts to trace vehicles linked to criminal activities.
The Command emphasized that proper vehicle identification remains a critical component of modern policing and public safety.
Residents were advised to ensure their vehicles carry valid registration number plates issued by the appropriate authorities and that such plates are clearly visible at all times. Vehicle owners were also urged to keep their documentation up to date and comply with all traffic and vehicle registration requirements.
The Edo State Police Command assured residents that the exercise is strictly a security measure aimed at enhancing public safety and is not intended to inconvenience law-abiding citizens.
The Command appealed for the understanding and cooperation of the public as it continues to implement strategies to protect lives and property across the state.