The Commissioner of Police in Lagos, Jimoh Olohundare, has announced a ban on the practice of covering vehicle number plates across the state, warning that the command will soon begin strict enforcement against offenders.
The police chief also cautioned motorists against using vehicles with tinted windscreens that conceal the front and right-side windows, as well as driving unregistered vehicles on Lagos roads.
Olohundare disclosed this on Monday while addressing journalists after a meeting with officers and personnel of the state command to relay directives issued by the Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector-General of Police.
He stressed that vehicle owners must ensure their cars are properly registered immediately after purchase, noting that enforcement of the directive would be carried out in line with respect for citizensā rights.
āIt is prohibited for anyone in Lagos to cover their plate number or to use tinted glasses where the front screen and the right screen are tinted and covered. People are also prohibited from using unregistered vehicles,ā the commissioner said.
According to him, the briefing became necessary following instructions from the police chief during a meeting with senior officers earlier in March 2026, where issues relating to discipline, supervision and professionalism within the force were discussed.
Olohundare said the Lagos command began sensitising officers on the new directives less than 24 hours after the meeting, adding that the initiative is aimed at improving operational standards and strengthening service delivery.
He emphasised the need for effective supervision of personnel to ensure strict compliance with human rights principles and globally accepted policing practices.
The commissioner also highlighted the importance of community policing, urging officers to maintain close collaboration with residents to better understand and address security concerns in their areas.
āCommunity priorities must guide policing strategies,ā he said, noting that officers must work with local communities to tackle emerging threats.
Olohundare further revealed that the Inspector-General had directed commands nationwide to intensify training for officers, particularly in crime prevention and security management during large public gatherings and special assignments.
He added that personnel deployed for such operations must guarantee comprehensive security coverage from the beginning to the end of their duties.
The police chief also warned that misconduct or violations of citizensā rights by officers would not be tolerated, stressing that all personnel must uphold professionalism and respect the dignity of Nigerians.
Police ban covered number plates, unregistered vehicles in Lagos
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