The Cross River State Police Command has announced the immediate commencement of strict enforcement of traffic laws and road safety regulations across the state.
The police said the enforcement is in line with a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, following growing concerns over the way some motorists and other road users disobey traffic rules.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata, on Friday, August 7, 2026, the Command said the continued violation of traffic laws has contributed to traffic jams, blocked roads, road crashes and unnecessary danger to people's lives and property.
According to the police, the new enforcement will affect all road users, including private vehicle owners, commercial drivers, tricycle (keke) operators, motorcycle riders and other motorists across Cross River.
The Command warned that obeying traffic laws is not a matter of choice but a legal responsibility for everybody using the roads.
Police officers have therefore been directed to enforce existing traffic laws professionally and fairly, without showing favour to anyone.
Motorists have been warned against driving against traffic, commonly known as one-way driving, speeding, dangerous overtaking, wrong parking and other actions that can put other road users at risk.
The police also advised drivers to make sure their driver's licences, vehicle papers and other required documents are valid and up to date.
Road users have equally been asked to obey traffic signs, traffic lights and road markings and to cooperate with police officers and other authorised traffic officials while they carry out their duties.
The Command made it clear that people who violate traffic laws will not simply be warned.
According to the police, traffic offenders may be arrested and prosecuted according to the law, while vehicles involved in traffic offences may also be impounded where necessary.
The police further warned its own officers that they are not above the traffic laws.
The Command said the enforcement directive also covers police personnel, meaning any police officer who violates traffic regulations or compromises the enforcement process will face disciplinary action in line with the rules of the Nigeria Police Force.
The police called on residents of Cross River to support the exercise by obeying traffic regulations and driving responsibly.
The Command said the aim is to reduce traffic problems, prevent avoidable road crashes and make roads across the state safer for motorists, passengers, pedestrians and other road users.
The enforcement is expected to cover major roads and communities across Cross River State as the police move to ensure greater compliance with traffic and road safety regulations.
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