Lagos state police command and vehicle number plates
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Lagos State Police Command
The Lagos State Police Command is the police force responsible for maintaining law and order in Lagos State, Nigeria. The command is headed by a Commissioner of Police and has several divisions and units responsible for different aspects of policing.
Vehicle Number Plates in Lagos State
In Lagos State, vehicle number plates are issued by the Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service (LASVINO). The number plates are used to identify vehicles and are required by law for all vehicles operating in the state.
Here are the different types of vehicle number plates issued in Lagos State:
- Lagos State Government Number Plates: These are the standard number plates issued to vehicles registered in Lagos State. They have a white background with black letters and numbers.
- Special Number Plates: These are special number plates issued to vehicles owned by government officials, dignitaries, and other special individuals. They have a unique design and are usually issued with a special prefix or suffix.
- Commercial Vehicle Number Plates: These are number plates issued to commercial vehicles such as buses, taxis, and trucks. They have a yellow background with black letters and numbers.
- Motorcycle Number Plates: These are number plates issued to motorcycles. They have a blue background with white letters and numbers.
- Trailer Number Plates: These are number plates issued to trailers. They have a green background with white letters and numbers.
Number Plate Format
The format of vehicle number plates in Lagos State is as follows:
- Prefix: The prefix is a combination of letters and numbers that identifies the state of registration. For Lagos State, the prefix is "Lagos" or "LAG".
- Serial Number: The serial number is a unique combination of letters and numbers that identifies the vehicle. It is usually 3-4 digits long.
- Suffix: The suffix is a combination of letters and numbers that indicates the type of vehicle or the owner's category. For example, "GOV" for government officials or "VIP" for very important persons.
Here is an example of a Lagos State vehicle number plate:
LAG 1234 GOV
This number plate belongs to a government official and has the prefix "LAG", the serial number "1234", and the suffix "GOV".