In compliance with the directives of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, the Kwara State Police Command under the leadership of CP Victor Olaiya psc(+) has commenced the enforcement of third-party vehicle insurance across the state.
The enforcement exercise which commenced on 1st February, 2025 is being coordinated by the Commissioner of Police alongside the DC Operations.
This information was contained in a press release signed by the Command spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi and made available to newsmen in Ilorin.
According to the release, “Area Commanders, DPOs and Heads of tactical teams have been charged and mandated to monitor the extent of compliance among motorists in the state.”
“The CP warned that officers must maintain a high level of professionalism, as the image and integrity of Nigeria Police Force should not be tarnished while carrying out the enforcement.”
The release noted that the “enforcement aligns with Section 68 of the Insurance Act; and Sections 1, 2, 3 of the Motor Vehicle (Third-Party Insurance) Act, which requires all vehicle owners to secure a third-party insurance policy before operating their vehicles on Nigerian roads. “
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“The insurance policy guarantees safety of road users/victims from liabilities of road accidents.”
“The CP Victor Olaiya psc(+) urges all vehicle owners in Kwara state, to obtain or update their Third-Party insurance to avoid legal sanctions as stipulated by the law.”
“The enforcement exercise continues with close supervision.” the statement added
