The Lagos State Government has warned that motorists found driving without proper number plates or utilising covered ones would be fined or have their vehicles impounded.
The government, which stated that this is part of a determined effort to enhance security and enforce traffic regulation, noted that such act is deemed to be a violation of sections 15 and 16 of the State’s Transport Reform Law, (TSRL 2018).
The strict warning was issued by the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi issued the warning on Friday, February 8, 2024.
Osiyemi stressed that such actions not only breach traffic laws but also pose a significant threat to public safety and security.
Osiyemi highlighted that driving without visible number plates hampers law enforcement efforts and complicates the identification of vehicles involved in criminal activities.
He underscored the necessity of all prominently displayed valid, unobstructed number plates in adherence to TSRL 2018, warning that non-compliance would incur strict penalties, including fines and potential vehicle impoundment.
