- Safiu Kehinde
The Nigerian Police Force have dismissed claims of its engagement in the issuance of third-party insurance.
Sequel to the commencement of the third-party insurance policy enforcement, social media influencers and activist have allegedly claimed that Force’s involvement in the issuance of the third-party insurance to rake in money.
As against the claims, the Police Force, in a statement issued on Saturday by its spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, refuted the allegations.
Adejobi noted that the Police Force that it does not issue third-party insurance, stressing that the responsibility for obtaining the mandatory insurance lies with vehicle owners through their respective insurance companies.
He cautioned social media influencers and activists against spreading misinformation regarding insurance.
The Police spokesperson held that the Force is only responsible for the enforcement of the insurance policy which he said had began yesterday.
“The attention of the police has been drawn to misinformation and misleading comments credited to some social media influencers and activists antagonising the police on the issuance and enforcement of the 3rd party insurance policy, where the NPF has been alleged of using the policy to rake in money.
“The Nigeria Police Force wishes to emphasize that it does not issue third-party insurance as it has been misconstrued by some individuals.
“The responsibility for obtaining this mandatory insurance lies with vehicle owners through their respective insurance companies.
“The Force has commenced the enforcement operations of the insurance policy with effect from today, February 1, 2025, aiming to enhance road safety and protect the rights of accident victims.
“In light of this enforcement, the Force therefore cautions social media influencers and activists against spreading misinformation regarding insurance policies as the police is solely for the enforcement, not the issuance of the insurance cover.
“Dissemination of accurate information is vital to prevent misleading the public, while misconceptions can eventually lead to non-compliance and potential legal repercussions for motorists.”