By Archibong Jeremiah
The unauthorised and illegal use of siren, revolving light, covered and spy plate numbers has been banned in Cross River State by the Police.
Nkereuwem Akpan, Cross River State Commissioner of Police in a statement on his behalf by the Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Irene Ugbo announced the ban which takes effect immediately.
The statement reads: “The Cross River State Police command wishes to warn that unauthorised and illegal use of siren, revolving light, covered and spy plate numbers are hereby banned with immediate effect.
“To this end, the Commissioner of Police, Nkereuwem Akpan has set up a task force to ensure compliance as well as to embark on the arrest of those who refuse to abide by the order.
“Any person or group arrested by the task force will be investigated and made to face the full wrath of the law.
“The command urges members of the public to continue to be law abiding citizens and also cooperate with Police and other security agencies for a better service delivery”.