Just in: Court bars VIO from stopping, impounding, confiscating vehicles

A Federal High Court in Abuja has put in place a ruling that prohibits the VIO, from stopping vehicles on the road, seizing or taking possession of vehicles, and levying fines on drivers.

Justice Evelyn Maha delivered the ruling in a case concerning the enforcement of fundamental rights, referenced as FHC/ABJ/CS/1695/2023, which was brought forward by human rights activist and public interest lawyer, Abubakar Marshal.

The order also includes the Director of Road Transport, the Area Commander of Jabi, the Team Leader of Jabi, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, all of whom are identified as respondents.