The Oyo State Police Command, on Friday, announced that it had commenced a statewide enforcement operation targeting unmarked vehicular objects, fake and obscured number plates, as well as unauthorised covering of vehicle plates.
The command made this announcement in a statement released by its spokesperson, Olayinka Ayanlade in Ibadan, the state capital.
This enforcement action, according to the Police, which commenced on Thursday, was aimed at ensuring strict compliance with lawful vehicle identification standards and enhancing overall public safety and security architecture within the State.
The statement said, “In furtherance of its unwavering commitment to ensuring a safer and more secure environment and in line with ongoing efforts to rid the State of violent crime and other forms of criminality, has commenced a statewide enforcement operation targeting unmarked vehicular objects, fake and obscured number plates, as well as unauthorized covering of vehicle plates.
“Accordingly, any person or persons found violating these directives will be promptly arrested, while such vehicles or motorcycles will be impounded in line with extant laws and operational procedures.
“Furthermore, the Command will sustain intermittent stop-and-search operations, intelligence-led patrols, and coordinated raids of identified criminal blackspots across the State. There will also be increased police visibility and strategic deployment of personnel within key locations across urban and rural areas.
“These measures are part of a broader security framework designed to deter criminal activities, enhance rapid response capabilities, and strengthen public confidence in policing operations.”
The Police urged the residents to remain calm, law-abiding, and cooperative with Police personnel during the course of these operations, as these actions are strictly in the interest of public safety and security.
It also appreciated the continued support and understanding of residents and assures that all operations will be conducted professionally, lawfully, and with due respect for human rights.
The use of fake, obscured, or improperly registered number plates has remained a recurring security concern in many parts of Nigeria, including Oyo state.
Security agencies have repeatedly linked such practices to criminal activities, as they make it easier for offenders to evade identification, tracking, and arrest.
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