Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the halt of the Central Motor Registry Registration Process (e-CMR). This process was supposed to start on July 29, 2024, but the implementation has been paused.
This suspension was revealed by the Nigerian Police Force’s spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement released on Sunday. He explained that IGP Egbetokun has instructed all police officers to stop asking motorists for e-CMR certificates. Moreover, any officers caught exploiting the public under the guise of enforcing the e-CMR will face consequences.
Adejobi explained that the suspension allows for widespread public education about the e-CMR process. The goal is to inform everyone about how the e-CMR can help reduce vehicle-related crimes and protect vehicle ownership for individuals and companies.
The electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) is a new system designed to enhance vehicle security. It collects data from vehicle owners and can flag stolen vehicles using this information. Police officers will be able to access a comprehensive database of every vehicle in real time through their tablets.
The e-CMR will also prevent multiple vehicle registrations and create a database of biometric and other information about vehicle owners. This will contribute to the national database and assist in security efforts. Contrary to some reports, the e-CMR is not a revenue-generating tool but an initiative to modernize policing and enhance safety for everyone in Nigeria.
The public is encouraged to obtain their digital CMR certificates online at cmris.npf.gov.ng. For further information, they can contact the 24/7 hotline (02018870133), CMR Command Centre in Abuja (08117777666, 09169892000), or the FHQ Annex in Lagos (08117777555, 09169891000). Technical support is available at [email protected].
