The Oyo State Police Command has commenced a statewide enforcement operation targeting unmarked vehicles, fake and obscured number plates, and the unauthorized covering of vehicle registration plates as part of efforts to strengthen security and combat crime across the state.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, the operation began on Thursday and is aimed at ensuring strict compliance with lawful vehicle identification standards while enhancing public safety and security.
The Command said the initiative forms part of its broader commitment to creating a safer and more secure environment and aligns with ongoing efforts to rid the state of violent crimes and other criminal activities.
The police warned that any individual found violating the directives would be arrested, while offending vehicles and motorcycles would be impounded in accordance with existing laws and operational procedures.
As part of the security measures, the Command also announced plans to sustain intermittent stop-and-search operations, intelligence-led patrols, and coordinated raids on identified criminal hideouts and blackspots across the state.
Additionally, there will be increased police visibility and strategic deployment of personnel in key locations across both urban and rural communities.
The Command noted that the measures are designed to deter criminal activities, improve rapid response capabilities, and strengthen public confidence in policing operations.
Residents were urged to remain calm, law-abiding, and cooperative with police officers during the enforcement exercise, stressing that the operations are being carried out solely in the interest of public safety and security.
The police further appreciated the continued support and understanding of residents, assuring the public that all operations would be conducted professionally, lawfully, and with due respect for human rights.
