The Delta State Police Command has announced plans to intensify enforcement of traffic regulations and related offences across the state, with immediate effect.
The move follows confirmation from the Delta State Judiciary, through the Office of the Chief Registrar of the High Court of Justice, acting on behalf of the Chief Judge, T.O. Diai, that designated Mobile Courts are operational in various jurisdictions. The courts are empowered to summarily try traffic offenders and other violators in accordance with extant laws.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Edafe Bright, the Command said surveillance, patrol and enforcement operations would be strengthened across major roads and urban centres, including Asaba, Warri, Effurun, Sapele, Ughelli and Agbor.
According to the Command, offences that will attract immediate arrest and prosecution before the Mobile Courts include reckless driving, driving against traffic, use of unauthorised number plates, driving without registration numbers, unauthorised use of sirens and revolving lights, obstruction, and other traffic violations.
The police advised members of the public to comply strictly with traffic laws, warning that there would be zero tolerance for traffic indiscipline, obstruction of law enforcement officers, or attempts to evade lawful arrest.
The Command emphasised that the renewed enforcement drive is not intended to be punitive but is aimed at restoring order, enhancing road safety, protecting lives and property, and ensuring compliance with the law.
It reiterated that law-abiding residents have nothing to fear, while violators should be prepared to face the full weight of the law.
The statement added that the Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Aina Adesola, remains committed to upholding public safety and the rule of law across Delta State.
