BAUCHI STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE
BAUCHI POLICE ROLLS OUT MOBILE COURT AS ENFORCEMENT AGAINST UNREGISTERED VEHICLES, CONCEALED NUMBER PLATES BEGINS
In line with the directive of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM and in fulfillment of its mandate to ensure road safety and national security, the Bauchi State Police Command has commenced strict enforcement against unregistered vehicles and the use of concealed/fictitious number plates across the state.
Accordingly, the Command, in collaboration with the State Judiciary, has deployed Mobile Courts to the five Area Command Headquarters, and strategic locations within Bauchi metropolis. The Mobile Courts have already commenced swift prosecution of offenders. The operation targets vehicles operating without proper registration, vehicles with covered/obscured plates, and those using unauthorized or fake number plates.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, mni, psc (+), disclosed that unregistered and unidentifiable vehicles remain a major security risk. He noted that such vehicles are often used to perpetrate violent crimes like kidnapping, armed robbery, etc. He further emphasized that the enforcement is not aimed at harassing motorists, but at protecting lives and property.
Furthermore, CP Omolori warned that vehicles found in violation will be impounded, and offenders will face immediate prosecution before the Mobile Court. Penalties include fines and other sanctions as stipulated by the Motor Vehicles (Registration & Licensing) Laws and the Nigeria Police Regulations.
Consequently, the Command is urging all vehicle owners and drivers to regularize their documents, ensure proper plate display, and desist from covering or defacing number plates. Members of the public are also advised to cooperate with officers on duty, as the enforcement will be continuous and devoid of compromise.
The Command remains committed to a safer road environment and will not relent in its efforts to rid the state of criminal elements who hide behind untraceable vehicles to commit crimes.
SP Nafiu Habib, ANIPR, FFIS
Police Public Relations Officer
For: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE
Bauchi State Command
17th June, 2026.
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