Lagos Vehicle Inspection Service seizes 241 unregistered vehicle

The Lagos State Government has impounded 241 vehicles found to be unlicensed and in violation of the state’s transportation regulations.

According to a statement on Monday by Bolanle Ogunlola, Deputy Director of Public Affairs, the vehicles were seized during an enforcement conducted by the Vehicle Inspection Service.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, was said to have cautioned motorists to avoid driving unregistered vehicles, emphasizing that such practices undermine law enforcement efforts, particularly in identifying and tracking stolen vehicles or those involved in criminal activities.

Osiyemi reiterated that driving a vehicle without proper registration or affixed identification marks constitutes a legal offence.

“He further revealed that a fake dealer number plate was discovered on one of the impounded vehicles, noting that investigations are ongoing to apprehend and prosecute those responsible for issuing the fraudulent plate.

“The Commissioner urged all motorists to adhere to the state’s traffic regulations, stating that compliance would enable the government to fulfill its mission of ensuring a safe and secure environment for all road users,” the statement added.