The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in cost of Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo, Bassey Ewah, has warned motorists in Osun and Oyo states against the illegal use of auto sirens, revolving lights and covered number plates.
Ewah additionally cautioned automobile house owners against utilizing unauthorised tinted home windows and unregistered automobiles, stressing the necessity to adjust to present legal guidelines and rules governing street use.
The warning was contained in a press assertion dated 29 October 2026 and issued by the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer, Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo, SP Ojedele Olanrewaju Tunji.
According to the assertion, “the AIG urged members of the general public to make sure that their automobiles adjust to the relevant rules on registration, identification and the usage of specialised automobile gear.”
He stated the illegal use of sirens and revolving lights, in addition to the concealment of auto number plates, might undermine public security and impede efficient legislation enforcement.
The police chief warned that such practices might facilitate prison actions, making compliance with visitors and automobile rules needed for sustaining safety throughout the 2 states.
Ewah emphasised that automobile house owners and motorists should be sure that their number plates are correctly displayed and stay seen to legislation enforcement officers and different related authorities.
He additionally reminded members of the general public that the usage of tinted automobile home windows should adjust to relevant rules, whereas automobiles on public roads have to be duly registered.
The AIG warned that anybody discovered violating the related legal guidelines would face acceptable authorized motion, no matter their social standing or place in society.
“Anyone found violating the relevant laws and regulations would be dealt with in accordance with the law, irrespective of their status or position in society,” the assertion stated.
Ewah known as on motorists and different residents of Osun and Oyo states to obey the related rules and cooperate with the police in selling public security and stopping crime.
He added that public cooperation remained necessary to sustaining legislation and order, defending lives and property, and supporting efficient policing throughout the zone.
While urging members of the general public to adjust to automobile rules and assist efforts to make sure security and safety, he reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s dedication to imposing the legislation with out concern or favour.
