August 4, 2025
General Police Technology

Digital Shield: Police Launch e-CMR to Curb Car Theft, Secure Vehicle Ownership

The Nigeria Police Force has reinforced its commitment to securing lives and property with the introduction of the electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR), a digital system designed to protect vehicle owners across the country.

Backed by Section 4 of the Police Act and Section 214 of the Constitution, the police are legally mandated to maintain law and order, a duty that extends to safeguarding assets, including motor vehicles. The e-CMR initiative modernizes this mandate by offering a digital solution to vehicle tracking, ownership verification, and theft prevention.

“This isn’t just another document; it’s a smart, legal shield for your car,” a police spokesperson said. “Through the e-CMR, we can trace stolen vehicles, verify rightful owners, and tackle car theft head-on with speed and accuracy.”

Vehicle owners are encouraged to register through the portal cmris.npf.gov.ng, a process described as simple, affordable, and critical for road safety. According to the police, joining the e-CMR system means becoming a partner in national security while gaining peace of mind on Nigeria’s roads.

With digital policing gaining ground, the e-CMR stands out as a practical and proactive approach to crime prevention, one registration at a time.