The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has organised a one day training programme for officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, to strengthen compliance with compulsory insurance policies, including Motor Third Party Insurance, and improve insurance verification processes.
The training, held in Abuja, was themed “Building a Culture of Insurance Compliance: Police as Catalysts for Protecting Lives, Property and Enhancing Public Safety.”
It aimed to equip police officers with the knowledge needed to enforce compulsory insurance laws, verify genuine insurance policies and increase public awareness of the importance of insurance.
Representing the Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive Officer of NAICOM, Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, Mr. Ekerete Ikon said collaboration between the commission and the Nigeria Police Force is crucial to improving compliance with mandatory insurance requirements.
He explained that public safety extends beyond crime prevention to protecting citizens from the financial impact of unforeseen events, noting that insurance provides a critical safety net for individuals, families, businesses and public institutions against losses caused by accidents and other risks.
Ikon said the partnership between NAICOM and the police would help reduce the number of uninsured vehicles on Nigerian roads, combat the use of fake insurance certificates, protect road users and strengthen public confidence in regulatory institutions.
According to him, the initiative supports the provisions of the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025 and aligns with NAICOM’s mandate to deepen insurance penetration and improve compliance nationwide.
He also highlighted the strategic role of police officers in promoting insurance compliance through their routine interactions with motorists, business owners and the public.
By encouraging adherence to compulsory insurance laws, he said, the police contribute to protecting lives and property, reducing the financial burden associated with accidents and improving overall public safety.
Participants received practical training on the objectives and benefits of compulsory insurance, procedures for verifying insurance policies, identifying authentic insurance certificates and understanding the legal framework guiding compliance with Motor Third Party Insurance and other mandatory insurance policies.
The programme also provided an opportunity for NAICOM and the Nigeria Police Force to strengthen their partnership while encouraging officers to serve as both compliance enforcers and advocates for insurance awareness within their respective jurisdictions.
NAICOM reaffirmed its commitment to working with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to improve insurance awareness, increase compliance, discourage the use of fake insurance certificates and ensure the insurance sector continues to support Nigeria’s economic development, social stability and the welfare of citizens.
The commission further urged officers of the FCT Command to lead by example in promoting compliance with compulsory insurance, stressing that insurance should be seen not only as a legal obligation but also as an important tool for safeguarding lives, property, investments and livelihoods.
(The Whistler)