The Anambra State Police Command has warned that it will no longer tolerate the indiscriminate use of vehicles without number plates or with covered registration plates across the state.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, issued the warning on Wednesday as part of measures to ensure security ahead of the November 8, 2025, governorship election.
In a statement by the Command’s spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Commissioner described the act as a serious security breach often exploited by criminals to carry out attacks and evade arrest.
“Unregistered and covered vehicles pose a grave threat to public safety, especially at a time when security agencies are working tirelessly to guarantee peace before, during, and after the election,” he said.
CP Orutugu directed Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical Units to intensify patrols, conduct stop-and-search operations, and impound any vehicle violating the order.
He also urged Ndi Anambra to cooperate with law enforcement agencies, obey traffic regulations, and promptly report suspicious persons or movements via the Command’s emergency numbers — 112 or 07039194332.
The Police Commissioner assured that the Command remains committed to maintaining law and order throughout the election period.
Anambra Election: Police Ban Use of Vehicles Without Number Plates
