The Delta State Government has introduced an Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system, also known as Plate Detect, to strengthen traffic law enforcement and improve road safety across the state.
In a government announcement signed by the Director of Public Communication and Functioning Permanent Secretary, Stella Macaulay, authorities informed residents and motorists that the technology has been deployed on major roads to monitor traffic activities and detect violations.
According to the statement, the ANPR system uses strategically installed cameras to scan vehicle number plates and automatically cross-check them with a central database.
The technology is capable of identifying various traffic offences, including expired vehicle documents, over-speeding, and running red lights.
The government explained that once a violation is detected, the system will automatically alert the vehicle owner through phone calls and text messages sent to the phone number linked to the vehicle registration.
The notification will specify the offence committed and guide the offender on how to pay the required fines through the state’s official payment portal.
Authorities said the initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to modernise traffic management, enforce compliance with road regulations, and reduce accidents caused by reckless driving.
Motorists were also warned that failure to settle outstanding fines could affect the renewal of their vehicle documents and may lead to the impoundment of the vehicle by relevant enforcement agencies.
The Directorate of Transport urged residents to ensure their vehicle documents are valid and up to date, while also complying strictly with traffic rules at all times.
For enquiries, residents and motorists can contact the Directorate of Transport via call, text, or WhatsApp on 08154087910, 09063522324, and 08139038432.
