Traffic Crackdown: 27 vehicles impounded, drivers charged in Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has launched a tougher enforcement drive against traffic offenders, impounding 27 vehicles and taking their drivers to court.

The exercise is being conducted under Operation Velvet, an initiative aimed at promoting road safety and ensuring greater compliance with traffic regulations across the state.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, Shi’isu Adam, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists in Dutse on Sunday.

Adam said the operation, being intensified under the direction of the Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, had led to the interception of motorists allegedly found violating various traffic laws.

He explained that “the violations recorded included overloading, driving without valid driver’s licences, and the use of unauthorised tinted permits, among other related offences.”

According to the police spokesman, the vehicles were impounded after their drivers were apprehended in line with the law, with the action paving the way for further legal proceedings.

“The suspects were subsequently charged before the appropriate court for prosecution, in line with due process and the provisions of the applicable laws,” Adam stated.

The command said the enforcement campaign was not directed at any particular category of motorists, but was intended to improve discipline on the roads and reduce risks to road users.

Adam stressed that “Operation Velvet was not targeted at any particular individual or group, but was designed to promote discipline among motorists and protect lives and property on the roads.”

He advised motorists to ensure they had valid driving licences, avoid carrying loads or passengers beyond permitted limits, and comply with vehicle registration and roadworthiness requirements.

The PPRO also cautioned motorists against the use of unauthorised tinted permits and other practices that contravene traffic regulations or put other road users at risk.

He disclosed that “the operation would continue and be extended to all parts of Jigawa State, including major towns, highways, feeder roads and other strategic locations.”

Adam urged residents to cooperate with police officers and other agencies involved in the enforcement exercise.

He assured motorists who complied with the law that “they had nothing to fear.”

The command reiterated that the operation was part of its efforts to protect lives and property while maintaining safer and more orderly roads across Jigawa State.