Third party insurance: Police begin enforcement in FCT, Kwara, Delta,

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he police commands of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kwara, Delta, and some other states have begun the enforcement of the third-party motor vehicle insurance in line with the directive of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun.

All vehicle owners, the police said, are required to possess a valid third-party Insurance policy before operating on public roads.

The police advised those without any form of insurance to get insured immediately to avoid penalties.

A statement yesterday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Josephine Adeh, a Superintendent of Police (SP), said the insurance is a mandatory policy designed to protect road users from financial losses in case of accidents.

Adeh said: “It covers the damages caused to another person’s vehicle, property, or bodily injury resulting from an accident involving the insured vehicle. This policy ensures that accident victims receive necessary compensation while reducing the financial burden on vehicle owners.

“The FCT Police Command warns that non-compliance with this legal requirement will attract strict enforcement measures. The enforcement is part of efforts to ensure adherence to road safety regulations and protect all road users.”

Also, Adeh said Police Commissioner Olatunji Disu directed officers assigned to carry out the enforcement to be professional, courteous, and firm.

She added: “The general public is urged to cooperate with the police as this enforcement is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of all road users in the FCT.

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