Obtain Third Party Insurance To Avoid Embarrassment – Police Warn Vehicle Owners
He said the move is in compliance with the directive issued by the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun to all state police commissioners.
The Jigawa State Police have urged vehicle owners to obtain third-party insurance to prevent unnecessary complications and embarrassment.
Spokesman of the Command SP Lawan Shiisu Adam disclosed this in a statement made available on Sunday.
He said the move is in compliance with the directive issued by the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun to all state police commissioners.
According to him, the directive is in accordance with Section 68 of the Insurance Act 2003.
The Command urged motorists to obtain a valid third-party insurance policy from only licensed insurance entities authorized by the National Insurance Commission to transact motor insurance business in the country.
The Command therefore advised vehicle owners who lacked insurance to obtain it as soon as possible to avoid embarrassment.
The police commissioner however warned officers to maintain a high level of professionalism, respect human rights and avoid extortion.
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