Police has begun enforcement of the mandatory third-party vehicle insurance for vehicle owners in Ebonyi State.
The spokesman of the Ebonyi Police Command, SP Joshua Ukandu, said the directive was given by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun when he visited the state.
Ukandu said the command commenced the enforcement of third-party vehicle insurance on 1st February 2025 in the state.
"In line with the directives of Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, the Ebonyi State Command has commenced the enforcement of third-party vehicle insurance starting February 1, 2025," he said.
He noted that the State Commissioner of Police, CP Adaku Uche-Anya has warned the officers of the command to be firm, civil and courteous in their interactions with members of the public and as well to eschew all forms of corruption during the enforcement.
He said: "Third-party vehicle insurance is a necessary component of valid vehicle documentation and must be renewed annually.
"According to the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), the premium for a third-party vehicle insurance policy is N15,000 for private car owners, while the cost for commercial vehicles may vary depending on the type of vehicle.
"Vehicle Owners in Ebonyi State are hereby advised to ensure they possess valid third-party vehicle insurance as part of their vehicle documents to avoid falling foul of the law."
