Police begin enforcement of third-party vehicle insurance policy in Osun

The Police Command in Osun, on Monday, says it has started enforcing the third-party vehicle insurance policy as directed by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Osogbo by the command’s Spokesperson,  Yemisi Opalola.

According to Opalola, the directive aims to ensure compliance with the provisions of Section 68 of the Insurance Act and Sections 1, 2, and 3 of the Motor Vehicle (Third-Party Insurance) Act.

She said the Osun Commissioner of Police, Mr Muhammed Abba, had emphasised the command’s commitment to protecting road users from motor accident risks.

“Vehicle owners in Osun are urged to verify their insurance certificates’ authenticity and validity. as non-compliance will result in sanctions.

“Vehicle insurance enforcement teams will consist of personnel from the Police Command in Osun, National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and Osun State Internal Revenue Service,” she said.

The spokesperson also advised vehicle owners to make further inquiries or clarification by contacting the Osun Command’s Public Relations Officer.

(NAN)