Summary: The new police boss, IGP Tunji Disu, has declared war on covered number plates. Find out why this ‘big man’ trend is ending and what will happen if you’re caught.
Omo! If you are one of those people wey dey use black cloth, leather pouch, or even nylon hide your car plate number, you better listen up because wahala dey loom!
You know how you dey drive for road and you see some kind big car with covered number plates, and you just assume say na one big “oga” or politician? Many people even do am to form, to feel like a “status symbol”. Well, the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has made it clear that those days are over.
Why the Sudden Crackdown?
According to the IGP, a lot of serious crimes have been traced back to vehicles with hidden or missing number plates. Think about it – kidnappers, “one-chance” buses, and armed robbers all love to operate this way. They commit their crimes and just disappear into thin air because nobody can identify their vehicle. It has made it very difficult for law enforcement to track these criminals and get justice for victims.
The IGP’s Final Word
Because of this, the IGP has given a very simple and direct order to all police officers nationwide:
Arrest anyone driving a vehicle with covered number plates. No story!
It doesn’t matter who you are or who you know. If your plate number is intentionally hidden or you’re driving without one at all, you are breaking the law and you will be arrested on the spot.
No More “Status Symbol” Nonsense
The police boss also noted that this has become a trend for people who just want to show off and feel above the law. He is sending a strong message that the law applies to everyone equally. Your car is not a masquerade that needs to be covered.
So, the message is clear. Go and tell your friends, family, and that your neighbour who likes to form “big boy”. Remove that cover from your plate number now! Make sure your plate is visible, clean, and correct.
Don’t go and say you didn’t hear. A word is enough for the wise
For more information, check buzzUp9ja
Be the first to comment