The Lagos State Police Command has announced that it will commence a statewide enforcement exercise from Monday, June 15, targeting vehicles with covered, obscured, unauthorised, defaced, or missing registration number plates.
According to the Command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the operation is part of renewed efforts to strengthen security and curb criminal activities across the state. He explained that vehicles without proper identification often serve as tools for criminal elements to conceal their identities and evade law enforcement.
Adebisi noted that the exercise is in line with a directive issued by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, who has mandated all state commands to intensify measures that enhance public safety. He stressed that compliance with vehicle registration laws is not only a legal requirement but also a critical step in safeguarding communities.
The Command urged motorists to ensure their number plates are properly fixed, visible, and authorised, warning that defaulters risk having their vehicles impounded.Would you like me to refine this further into
According to the statement, the enforcement exercise will begin on Monday, June 15, 2026, and will be supervised by the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai.
The police commissioner has directed all Area Commanders and Divisional Police Officers across the state to ensure full compliance within their respective jurisdictions.
The statement added that any vehicle found violating the directive would be impounded and subjected to thorough investigation in line with existing laws and established procedures.
“The Command wishes to assure members of the public that this enforcement exercise is not intended to inconvenience law-abiding motorists.
“Rather, it is a proactive security measure designed to enhance the capacity of Police operatives to identify vehicles, investigate crimes, track criminal suspects, and strengthen the overall security architecture of the State,” the statement read.
The police advised motorists, transport operators and fleet owners to ensure their vehicles carry valid, duly issued and clearly visible registration number plates at all times. Vehicle owners were also urged to keep their documentation up to date and readily available for inspection when required.
Reaffirming its commitment to public safety, the command said, “The Command remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting lives and property and creating a safer environment for all residents and visitors in the State.”
It also called on residents to support the initiative by remaining vigilant and reporting suspicious persons, vehicles or activities through its emergency lines, stressing that effective policing depends on public cooperation.
