The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has impounded over 700 vehicles as part of efforts to address traffic violations and security concerns in the nation’s capital.
Adamu Gwary, Director of the FCTA Department of Security Services, disclosed this during a stop-and-search operation second phase of “Operation Sweep Abuja Clean,” a joint security initiative aimed at reducing “one-chance” robberies and recovering stolen vehicles.
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Gwary said the enforcement targeted vehicles with fake number plates, illegal tinted windows, and other infractions.
According to him, “So far, over 700 vehicles have been impounded in both phases of the operation,” he said. “The exercise has helped reduce one-chance incidents across the city.”
Gwary explained that information from victims revealed that many vehicles used in such crimes were unregistered, illegally tinted, or carried fake number plates.
He cautioned drivers, especially those in commercial transport, against using tinted glass, as it is often used to conceal criminal activity.
He also noted that the task force recovered seven stolen vehicles in the past week. Residents were urged to cooperate with the ongoing checks, which are intended to enhance public safety
Deborah Osho, Head of Operations at the Directorate of Road Traffic Services, said the joint task force is focused on removing unregistered and unpainted taxis often linked to criminal activity.
She added that many of the seized vehicles had plates not assigned to them or were found violating basic traffic rules, including driving against traffic.
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“Most one-chance vehicles use fake plates or operate as unpainted taxis, making them hard to trace,” she said. “The volume of vehicles impounded today in Karu shows that the city is becoming less conducive for criminal activity.”
Both officials confirmed that the operation will continue until there is a clear improvement in safety on the roads.
They appealed to residents to support law enforcement efforts for a safer Federal Capital Territory.
