The Delta State Police Command has announced plans to intensify enforcement of traffic laws and other related offences across the state, warning that violators will be promptly prosecuted before designated Mobile Courts.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Edafe Bright, said the move followed official confirmation from the Delta State Judiciary on the operational status of Mobile Courts across various jurisdictions in the state.
According to him, the Office of the Chief Registrar of the High Court of Justice, Delta State, on behalf of the Chief Judge, Hon. Justice T. O. Diai, confirmed that the courts are empowered to summarily try traffic offenders and other violators in line with existing laws.
He explained that the Command would strengthen surveillance, patrol, and enforcement operations across major roads and urban centres including Asaba, Warri, Effurun, Sapele, Ughelli, Agbor, and other parts of the state.
The police listed offences that would attract immediate arrest and prosecution to 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 public is strongly advised to desist from violating traffic regulations and other laws, as the Command will not tolerate impunity. There will be zero tolerance for traffic indiscipline, obstruction of law enforcement officers, or attempts to evade lawful arrest,” the statement said.
The Command emphasised that the measures are not punitive but aimed at restoring order, improving road safety, protecting lives and property, and ensuring compliance with the law.
It added that while law-abiding residents have nothing to fear, offenders should be prepared to face the full weight of the law.
The Delta State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, Aina Adesola, reaffirmed its commitment to public safety and the rule of law.
