{
  "id": 17119140,
  "title": "Police warn motorists in Osun, Oyo against illegal sirens, covered number plates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/police-warn-motorists-in-osun-oyo-against-illegal-sirens-covered",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-29T20:11:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/29/police-warn-motorists-in-osun-oyo-against-illegal-sirens-covered-number-plates/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Assistant Inspector-General of Police for Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo, Bassey Ewah, has cautioned motorists in Osun and Oyo states against the improper use of vehicle sirens, revolving lights, covered number plates, and tinted windows. Ewah emphasized the importance of adhering to existing laws and regulations governing road use. The warning was issued in a press statement dated 29 October 2026 by the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer for Zone 11, SP Ojedele Olanrewaju Tunji.\n\nEwah stressed that unauthorized use of sirens and revolving lights, as well as concealed number plates, could compromise public safety and hinder effective law enforcement. He warned that such actions could enable criminal activities, necessitating compliance with traffic and vehicle regulations for maintaining security across the two states. Ewah stressed that vehicle owners and motorists must ensure their number plates are clearly visible to law enforcement officers and other relevant authorities.\n\nFurthermore, Ewah reminded the public that tinted windows must comply with applicable regulations and that all vehicles on public roads must be duly registered. Violators would face legal action, regardless of their social standing or position in society. Ewah urged motorists and residents of Osun and Oyo states to obey the regulations, cooperate with the police, and support the efforts to maintain public safety and prevent crime. He reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force's commitment to enforcing the law without bias.",
  "summary": "The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo, Bassey Ewah, has warned motorists in Osun and Oyo states against the unlawful use of vehicle sirens, revolving lights and covered number plates. Ewah also cautioned vehicle owners against using unauthorised tinted windows and unregistered vehicles, stressing the need to comply with existing […] Police warn…",
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
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        "published": "2026-10-29T18:52:51.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}