Lagos State Warns Motorists Against Fake VINs and Concealed Number Plates

Lagos State Warns Motorists Against Fake VINs and Concealed Number Plates

Lagos, Nigeria – The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to motorists, both private and commercial, against the use of fraudulent Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) and concealed number plates.

Hon. Sola Giwa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, emphasized that these practices violate traffic laws and pose significant security risks. He stated that the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018, mandates the proper display of VINs on all vehicles operating within the state.

“No legal provision permits the use of counterfeit VINs or covered number plates. Offenders will face the full weight of the law,” Giwa warned.

He highlighted the importance of the Lagos State Vehicle Identification Database, which helps track registered vehicles, aids in identification, and assists in recovering stolen automobiles.

“Just as individuals have unique names, every vehicle has an assigned number plate that must be displayed without obstruction,” he noted.

Giwa also pointed out that security agencies and traffic enforcement officers face challenges in tracking vehicles involved in crimes such as “One-Chance” robberies due to these illegal practices.

Motorists engaging in these violations have been given a final warning to uncover their plates and cease using fake identification numbers immediately. Defaulters risk arrest and prosecution.

The Lagos State Government reaffirmed its commitment to public safety, crime prevention, and strict enforcement of traffic laws.