Police warn against covering of plate numbers in Zamfara 

From John Bassey, Gusau

The Zamfara State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba, psc+, has issued a strong warning to the general public over the illegal act of covering vehicle plate numbers, particularly within Gusau, the state capital.

This warning follows increasing reports and observations of motorists driving with covered or concealed plate numbers, which is a clear violation of traffic regulations and poses a serious threat to public safety and security. The Command views this act as an intentional effort to evade law enforcement scrutiny and a potential aid to criminal activities.

This was an contained in a statement by DSP Yazid Abubakar, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Commissioner Of Police, Zamfara State Command to Journalists in Gusau.

CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba psc+ emphasized that the Police Command will no longer tolerate such unlawful behavior. Officers have been directed to commence strict enforcement, and any vehicle found with an obscured, covered, or tampered plate number will be impounded. Offenders will face the full weight of the law.

The Commissioner of Police urges all residents and motorists in Zamfara State to comply with traffic laws and support the Police in ensuring a safer environment for all. He reassures the public of the Command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, and calls on citizens to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.