The Nigeria Police Force is set to digitalise the enforcement of the digitalized Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) by July 29.
The transition according to the police force is aimed to rejuvenate and digitalize the motor vehicle registration system, significantly bolstering the nation’s safety and security framework.
The development would ensure the seamless service of the police to validate vehicle genuineness and ownership, enhance the ability to effectively track and recover stolen vehicles, and prevent the purchase of stolen vehicles by innocent buyers.
Other services would include the change of ownership, change of licence number, change of engine, and change of chassis/body.
“The transition to a digitalized system will streamline the documentation and verification processes for vehicle ownership and related transactions.
“Prior to the enforcement itself, the IGP has ordered full publicity of the e-CMR and its enforcement to all members of the public intimating them of the requirements, processes, and enforcement procedures,” the police said.
The leadership of the police, while seeking the support of Nigerians in this initiative, urged Nigerians to obtain the digitalized CMR certificate online at cmris.npf.gov.ng.
“The enforcement of the e-CMR is necessary to ensure a safer and secure environment for vehicle ownership and decimate the trend of vehicle theft by greatly reducing the possibility of selling stolen vehicles in the country.
“We therefore urge all vehicle owners and users to embrace and key into this initiative promptly for optimum safety and security,” the police noted.
The police further maintained that it remains committed to leveraging technology and strategic approaches to enhance public safety and national security.
“For further inquiries, individuals can contact the CMR Command Centre at FHQ Abuja (08117777666, 09169892000) and FHQ Annex Lagos (08117777555, 09169891000). Technical support is also available at [email protected].”
The e-CMR is an advanced, real-time online repository of motor vehicle data, designed to support police investigations, and operational activities, and combat vehicle-related crimes, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and armed robbery.