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The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Fatai Tijani, has disclosed that approximately 50 vehicles were impounded across Lagos yesterday, Monday, June 15, 2026, as the Command commenced a statewide enforcement exercise targeting vehicles with covered, obscured, defaced, unauthorised, or missing registration number plates.
The operation, carried out in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, is aimed at enhancing public safety, strengthening security, and preventing criminal elements from concealing their identities and activities, according to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP).
Speaking with journalists after the exercise, CP Tijani noted that the number of impounded vehicles could rise as additional vehicles were being processed at various divisional headquarters and area commands.
“Some are still being brought in because others are currently at the divisional and area command levels,” he said, adding that offenders may face prosecution as part of efforts to deter motorists who have ignored repeated warnings.
The Commissioner emphasized the security implications of obscured number plates, noting that such violations can aid criminal activities and undermine surveillance efforts.
“When criminals use vehicles with covered or obscured number plates, security cameras are unable to capture their identities. Furthermore, if such vehicles are stolen, tracking and recovery become significantly more difficult,” he explained.
CP Tijani warned that the enforcement exercise would be sustained across the state, stressing the Command’s resolve to ensure strict compliance with vehicle registration regulations.
“This serves as a clear warning to motorists who may think the exercise is not serious. We are fully committed, and the operation will continue,” he stated.
He urged motorists, transport operators, fleet managers, and vehicle owners to ensure that all vehicles carry valid, officially issued, and clearly visible registration number plates at all times. He also advised vehicle owners to keep their vehicle documents updated and readily available for inspection when required.
The enforcement operation was conducted under the supervision of the Commissioner of Police and involved the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, Area Commanders, and Divisional Police Officers across the state.
