By Omowumi Omotosho
The Kwara State Police Command has commenced the enforcement of third-party vehicle insurance in the state, in line with directives from the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun.
In a statement released on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Police Command, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, announced that the enforcement began on February 1, 2025, under the supervision of the Commissioner of Police, CP Victor Olaiya. “The enforcement of this exercise is being coordinated by the Commissioner of Police alongside the DC Operations. Area Commanders, DPOs, and Heads of tactical teams have been charged and mandated to monitor the extent of compliance among motorists in the state,” she stated.
CP Olaiya emphasized the importance of professionalism in carrying out the operation, warning officers against any actions that could tarnish the image and integrity of the Nigeria Police Force.
“The CP warned that officers must maintain a high level of professionalism, as the image and integrity of the Nigeria Police Force should not be tarnished while carrying out the enforcement,” the statement read.
The enforcement is based on legal provisions, including Section 68 of the Insurance Act and Sections 1, 2, and 3 of the Motor Vehicle (Third-Party Insurance) Act, which mandate all vehicle owners to obtain a third-party insurance policy before operating on Nigerian roads.
“The insurance policy guarantees the safety of road users and victims from liabilities of road accidents,” the statement noted.
The police urged all vehicle owners to comply with the law to avoid legal consequences.
“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,” Ejire-Adeyemi stated.
