Police impound vehicles over registration, tinted glass violations amid security concerns

The Yobe State Police Command has raised concerns over the increasing use of unregistered vehicles, obscured number plates, and unauthorized tinted glass, which criminal elements often exploit to commit crimes, including drug trafficking.

The Command, in response, intensified enforcement and has so far impounded 67 vehicles found to be in violation of traffic and security regulations across the state.

A statement issued on Thursday and signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, indicated that the operation targets vehicles operating without valid registration, those with covered, faded, or obscured number plates, and vehicles with tinted glass operating without permits.

“Such violations pose serious security threats, as unregistered vehicles and concealed identities are frequently used to aid criminal activities,” the Command said.

It also warned all vehicle owners and motorists to ensure proper registration, display clearly visible and authentic number plates, and obtain the necessary permits before using tinted glass.

“Any vehicle found in violation will be impounded, while offenders will be prosecuted in accordance with the law,” it warned.

The Commissioner of Police, Usman Kamfani Jibrin, also directed all Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, and Tactical Commanders to sustain the enforcement exercise, stressing that officers must maintain professionalism, respect citizens’ rights, and ensure zero tolerance for extortion during the operation.

The CP urged residents to comply with all vehicle registration and traffic regulations, stating that the exercise is aimed at enhancing public safety and preventing crime.