The Nigeria Bar Association Section on Public Interest has issued a stern ultimatum to Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, demanding an immediate cessation of the issuance and enforcement of CMRIS Certificates. They called upon the Inspector General to intervene nationwide and halt the practice, advocating for the shutdown of registration websites and physical centers while insisting on refunds for affected individuals.
In their letter co-signed by NBA-SPIDEL Chairman John Aikpokpo-Martins and Secretary Funmi Adeogun, the association declared any CMRIS Certificate issued by the Nigeria Police Force without legal backing as null and void. They emphasized that the police have no authority to collect fees or distribute such certificates beyond their mandated duties of law enforcement and citizen protection.
Additionally, they condemned what they termed exploitation of public ignorance, particularly during roadside checks, warning of legal action if their demands are not met within seven days.
Meanwhile, Inspector General Kayode Egbetokun has ordered the implementation of a digitalized Central Motor Registry by July 29, 2024, aiming to modernize and streamline the motor vehicle registration system. This move, according to police spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi, is intended to enhance national security by facilitating seamless processes for vehicle documentation, ownership verification, and the prevention of vehicle-related crimes such as theft and illicit trade.
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