The Kano State Police Command has impounded 72 vehicles for violating number plate regulations under a new enforcement drive tagged “Operation Clean Plates”.
The Commissioner of Police in Kano, Ibrahim Bakori, disclosed this on Monday during a press briefing at the Motor Traffic Division office on BUK Road, Kano.
Bakori said the operation targets vehicles with covered, defaced, or missing number plates, which he described as a growing security threat across the state.
“This is not a minor traffic offence. It is a deliberate attempt to create anonymity. Criminals use such vehicles to commit crimes and escape detection,” he said.
He added that the command had earlier carried out extensive public sensitisation through radio, television, and social media before launching the operation.
“We gave ample notice so that no one could claim ignorance. Vehicle owners were reminded of their responsibility to ensure proper registration and clear display of number plates,” he stated.
According to the police boss, the operation is ongoing across all 44 local government areas of Kano State.
“So far, we have intercepted 72 motor vehicles in violation. They have been impounded, and the drivers will face prosecution,” Bakori said.
He also revealed that three additional vehicles were intercepted under suspicious circumstances, with occupants unable to give satisfactory explanations.
“The suspects and the vehicles are currently being processed for further investigation. We will ensure that the law takes its full course,” he said.
Bakori assured residents that the exercise is aimed at improving public safety, not harassment.
“This exercise is not about harassment. It is about safety. It is about ensuring that every vehicle on our road can be identified and traced,” he said.
He urged vehicle owners to comply with the law by fixing standard number plates and removing any obstruction immediately. 
The commissioner also called on residents to cooperate with police officers and report any misconduct.
“We will not condone indiscipline. Members of the public should report any act of unprofessional conduct by our personnel,” he added.
Bakori reaffirmed the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police.
“The operation will continue until full compliance is achieved,” he said.
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