The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, has urged vehicle owners to enhance the security of their vehicles by registering them on the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) platform.
He notes that the e-CMR is a vital national database that aids in the prompt identification and recovery of stolen vehicles across Nigeria and supports effective policing through real-time verification of vehicle ownership.
The Commissioner further advises the public to install security features such as Automated Vehicle Location (AVL) tracking systems, car alarms, and mechanical anti-theft devices like steering and pedal locks.
These measures, he affirms, not only help prevent theft but also assist law enforcement in swiftly recovering stolen vehicles and arresting suspects.
CP Giwa emphasised that while the Police remain committed to proactive policing and reducing incidents of vehicle theft in Enugu State, vehicle owners must also take personal responsibility by remaining vigilant and promptly securing their vehicles, especially when parked.
Meanwhile, the Command recovered 15 stolen, snatched, or abandoned vehicles in various operations in May 2025. In one of the operations, on May 25, Police operatives attached to the Trans-Ekulu Division promptly recovered a stolen Toyota Camry along the Enugu/Onitsha Expressway.
The vehicle had been stolen the previous night from where it was parked in Ugbene 2, Trans-Ekulu, Enugu. Discreet investigations and surveillance led to its recovery, as the suspects abandoned it and fled. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend them.
The Enugu State Command encourages residents to take advantage of the NPF e-CMR platform via https://cmris.npf.gov.ng and other security measures, and wishes everyone a safe and prosperous month of June 2025.
