By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe
The Gombe State Police Command has declared a zero-tolerance policy against traffic violations as it intensifies enforcement of road safety laws across the state.
The Command said the move followed the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at restoring order on the roads and reducing avoidable accidents.
In a statement issued on Thursday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, the Command expressed concern over increasing disregard for traffic regulations, saying the development had contributed to congestion, obstruction of vehicular movement, road crashes and loss of lives and property.
The Command warned that all traffic offenders, including serving security personnel, would face sanctions in accordance with existing laws.
