Lagosians who drive are at risk of entering trouble. A new directive has come up.
In line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Lagos State Police Command has embarked on enforcing the mandatory minimum of Third Party Motor Vehicle Insurance. This takes effect from February 1st, 2025.
Vehicle owners in Lagos State are required to possess a minimum of valid Third Party Insurance. Those without any class of Insurance are advised to get insured immediately.
The Nigeria Police Force cautions vehicle owners and operators against non-compliance with this essential regulation. Failure of which will result in strict enforcement actions, including fines, penalties or both.
This initiative aims to ensure vehicle owners comply with stipulated insurance requirements to protect themselves and other road users.
Meanwhile the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olanrewaju Ishola, psc(+) mnips, has charged officers on this enforcement exercise to be professional, courteous but firm in the discharge of their duties. He equally warned that no form of incivility to members of the public would be tolerated from them. The public are enjoined to cooperate with the police as this crucial enforcement exercise is a win-win situation for all.
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