The Kogi State Police Command has commenced the enforcement of the mandatory Third-Party Insurance Policy for all vehicles, in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, ordered strict compliance with the directive across the state, warning motorists to ensure their vehicles are properly insured to avoid penalties.
In a statement issued in Lokoja by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Williams Ovye-Aya, the commissioner emphasized that full compliance was expected from all vehicle owners in Kogi.
The enforcement, which began on Saturday, February 1, 2025, aims to improve road safety and ensure motorists adhere to insurance regulations.
“These regulations are in place to protect both drivers and other road users,” Dantawaye stated.
He urged residents to cooperate with officers conducting enforcement operations to prevent unnecessary inconveniences.
“Failure to comply with the directive will attract legal consequences,” he warned.
The commissioner advised all vehicle owners to obtain valid third-party insurance to avoid disruptions during enforcement.
He also directed Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, and Divisional Police Officers to ensure full implementation of the policy while maintaining professionalism and adherence to standard procedures.
