The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has once again reiterated the enforcement of the Mandatory Third Party auto Insurance which will commence on February 1st, 2025.
This is as the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has directed that the enforcement should be duly carried out nationwide.
According to the Police, the initiative aims to reinforce road safety measures and ensure that all vehicle owners comply with the stipulated insurance requirements to protect themselves and others on the road.
The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in a statement on Friday cautioned vehicle owners and operators against non-compliance with this essential regulation.
He said failure to possess valid Third Party Insurance will result in strict enforcement actions, including fines or penalties or both, as mandated by relevant extant laws.
“Effective February 1st, all vehicle owners nationwide are required to possess valid Third Party Insurance as they move about, and those without the Insurance, are advised to be insured quickly to avoid any sort of embarrassment.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has directed all State Commissioners of Police to ensure due enforcement, as Police officers will be empowered to conduct checks and enforce penalties for non-compliance in line with relevant extant laws” the statement partly read.
Adejobi added that the NPF remains dedicated to enhancing road safety and protecting the lives of all citizens through the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations.
He further called for the cooperation of members of the public through compliance.
