The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation on Thursday said that it has noticed that some unscrupulous individuals are issuing fake vehicle documents like roadworthiness certificates and other vehicle particulars to unsuspecting motorists across the state.
In a statement signed by the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the ministry condemned this practise and warned that any vehicle document issued outside official channels is invalid and constitutes a serious offence.
According to the Lagos State Commissioner of Transportation, “The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has noticed that some unscrupulous individuals are issuing fake vehicle documents like roadworthiness certificates and other vehicle particulars to unsuspecting motorists across the state.
“The Ministry strongly condemns this fraudulent practice and wishes to state unequivocally that vehicle documentation is a statutory function carried out only by duly authorised agencies of the Ministry. Any document issued outside these official channels is invalid and constitutes a serious offense.
“Motorists are hereby advised to desist from patronizing unauthorized individuals or groups for vehicle documentation, as doing so not only endangers public safety but also exposes them to legal consequences.
“The Ministry assures the public that in collaboration with security agencies, enforcement operations have been intensified to apprehend those involved in this illegal activity. Anyone caught engaging in such acts will be made to face the full wrath of the law.
“Members of the public are encouraged to verify the authenticity of service providers before engaging them and report suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.”