Delta Govt Deploys ANPR Cameras to Enforce Traffic Laws

The Delta State Government has introduced an Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system, also known as Plate Detect, to strengthen traffic law enforcement and improve road safety across the state.

In a special announcement signed by the Director of Public Communication and Functioning Permanent Secretary, Stella Macaulay, the government said the technology has been deployed on major roads to monitor traffic activities and detect violations.

The ANPR system uses strategically installed cameras to scan vehicle number plates and automatically cross-check them with a central database to identify offences such as expired vehicle particulars, over-speeding and running red lights.

According to the government, once a violation is detected, the vehicle owner will receive a notification through phone calls or text messages linked to the vehicle’s registered number, detailing the offence and directing the offender to settle fines via the official portal, www.paydelta.ng.

Authorities said the initiative is part of efforts to modernize traffic enforcement and reduce accidents caused by reckless driving and non-compliance with road safety regulations.

Motorists were warned that failure to clear outstanding fines could affect the renewal of vehicle particulars and may also lead to the impoundment of the vehicle by enforcement agencies.
The Directorate of Transport urged motorists to keep their vehicle documents valid and adhere strictly to traffic rules.

Residents seeking further information can contact the Directorate through 08154087910, 09063522324, or 08139038432.