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The Commissioner of Police in Delta State, YemiOyeniyi has called for stronger collaboration between transport unions, drivers and other stakeholders to tackle crime across the state.
Speaking during a strategic security meeting held on Monday, May 11, 2026, the police boss said criminals often take advantage of transport systems to move weapons, illicit drugs and even ransom payments connected to kidnapping.
The meeting, held in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, brought together representatives of local government chairmen, the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria, Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association, tipper unions, transport companies and other stakeholders.
CP Oyeniyi commended transport operators for their support to the police, noting that the command had recorded several successes through intelligence gathering and stop-and-search operations.
He said, “This meeting is to educate transport operators on emerging criminal tactics and strengthen collaboration between the Police and transport stakeholders.”
The police commissioner warned park operators and drivers to remain vigilant and avoid being used by criminal elements.
According to him, organised motor parks and proper passenger documentation, including manifests with passengers’ phone numbers and addresses, would help security agencies track suspects and prevent crime.
He also frowned at the activities of touts and people with criminal backgrounds operating in motor parks, while condemning the practice of picking passengers along roadsides instead of designated parks.
He said such actions expose commuters to attacks and make security monitoring more difficult.
The State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Francis Arhiyor, highlighted some challenges faced by transport workers, especially passengers who refuse parcel checks or decline to provide proper personal details.
He called for wider public awareness through radio, television and social media.
“People need to understand why passenger identification and parcel checks are important for security,” he said.
Also speaking, Nnamdi Odiwe warned against illegal roadside parks and urged government authorities to work more closely with the police to improve monitoring.
In his closing remarks, CP Oyeniyi assured residents that police visibility would continue across Delta State on roads and waterways.
He added that continuous engagement with communities and transport stakeholders would help reduce crime and improve public safety.
“The presence of the Police will continue to be felt across Delta State,” he said.
