Police Call On Cross Riverians to Enroll Their Vehicles In CMR To Help Track, Prevent Car Thefts

By Patrick Obia

The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State Command, CP Gyogon Augustine Grimah has called on car owners in the State to enroll their vehicles in the Police Digitalized Center Motor Registry (CMR) for effective tracking prevention of car theft.

This was contained in a press release issued on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Irene Ugbo for CP Grimah.

The Police said the initiative by the Nigeria Police Force is aimed at combating vehicle-related crimes and also in an effort to address issues such as car theft, snatching, kidnapping, carjacking, hit-and-run incidents, and more.

CP Grimah said the system will facilitate investigations into crimes committed using vehicles; enable the police to apprehend offenders, and bring them to justice swiftly.

The press release below reads in full:

The Cross River State Police Command wishes to inform all residents of Cross River State about an important initiative by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) aimed at combating vehicle-related crimes. In an effort to address issues such as car theft, snatching, kidnapping, carjacking, hit-and-run incidents, and more, the NPF has revived and digitalized the Central Motor Registry (CMR).

“We understand that these crimes have been a significant challenge across the nation, often involving the use of unregistered vehicles and tinted glasses. To tackle this issue effectively, the NPF has expanded the coverage of the CMR to include various types of vehicles such as sports utility vehicles (SUVs), saloon cars, trucks, buses, tricycles, motorcycles, and so on, other services available include:

Request For Motor Vehicle Information:

• Request For Change of Vehicle Ownership
• Request For Change of Vehicle Licence/ Number Plates
• Request For Change of Vehicle Chassis or Body
• Request For Change of Vehicle Colour
• Request For Int’l Driver’s Permit
• Request For Int’l Certificate for Motor Vehicle
• Request For Tinted Glass Permit
• Request For Spy Number Plates Permit
• Report Of Stolen/Recovered Vehicle From 2018 Till Date.

By enrolling your vehicle in the newly digitalized Central Motor Registry, you will gain access to a range of benefits.

This initiative is designed to enhance public safety and reduce the prevalence of vehicle-related crimes in our state. Some of the advantages you can expect from this digitization effort include:

1. Enhanced Security: By registering your vehicle, you contribute to the creation of a comprehensive database that enables law enforcement agencies to track and identify vehicles involved in criminal activities promptly. This proactive approach will deter criminals and significantly reduce the incidence of car theft, snatching, and related offenses.

2. Effective Investigation: The digitalized Central Motor Registry will provide law enforcement authorities with quick and efficient access to vital information about registered vehicles. This will facilitate investigations into crimes committed using vehicles, enabling the police to apprehend offenders and bring them to justice swiftly.

3. Timely Recovery of Stolen Vehicles: In the unfortunate event that your vehicle is stolen, the Central Motor Registry will serve as a valuable resource for recovery efforts. By promptly reporting the theft and providing accurate vehicle details during the registration process, you increase the chances of your vehicle being located and returned to you.

4. Improved Road Safety: The CMR digitalization initiative also aims to address safety concerns on our roads. By encouraging the registration of vehicles, including motorcycles and tricycles, the police can enforce traffic regulations more effectively and ensure that only roadworthy and properly licensed vehicles are allowed on our streets.

In addition to vehicle registration, the Central Motor Registry portal offers various accessible services, such as requesting tinted permits, thereby providing a convenient platform for addressing your vehicle-related needs.

The Cross River State Police Command strongly urges all residents to take advantage of this significant development by enrolling their vehicles in the Police Digitalized Central Motor Registry (CMR) portal. Your participation will play a crucial role in creating a safer and more secure environment for all.

Remember, your vehicle’s registration today can make a difference in preventing crimes and protecting lives. Act now and be a part of this important initiative.

Visit – https://cmris.npf.gov.ng for registration of vehicles and hppts://report.cmr.npf.gov.ng for reporting of stolen but yet-to-be-recovered vehicles from January 1st, 2018 to date.

For complaints/assistance, on the CMR registration in the state, please contact the Command’s CMR department via these  Contacts: 08063274422  ( the Command’s CMR department), or Police Public Relations Officer via 08068559326

Together, let us build a Cross River State that is safe and secure for everyone.