The Nigeria Police Force on Saturday announced that paper documentation for vehicles would no longer be necessary due to the new electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) system.

The statement follows earlier announcements introducing the e-CMR system in July and more recently, September. The system enables digital car registration for owners and offers prompt emergency response. The development was first announced in July which was later suspended to allow for wider enlightenment.

“With the Nigeria Police Force’s new E-CMR system, you don’t need to carry around physical documents. Access all your vehicle info and certificates digitally – quick, easy, and secure,” the statement reads.

The statement was attached to a video illustrating the need for motorists to access their vehicle information and certificates digitally through the e-CMR system while eliminating physical papers.

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The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said in September that since police officers can access real-time full data on every car on their tablets, the e-CMR will give the Force a first-hand database for reducing vehicular offences.

In an effort to transform the way that vehicle information is handled and registered, the Nigeria Police Force emphasised the potential advantages of the Electronic Central Motor Registry invention.

According to Adejobi, the Electronic Central Motor Registry system was introduced to improve road safety and streamline the policing process under the direction of Inspector-General Olukayode Egbetokun.

“If your vehicle is registered with the NPF E-CMR and gets stolen, you can instantly flag it as stolen through your online profile,” the statement read.

According to him, the technology then instantly notifies all field officers around the country, increasing the chances of recovery. He also emphasised that the elimination of paperwork is one advantage of the E-CMR.

“No more stopping to check papers—our officers are equipped with cutting-edge tech to verify documents in real-time,” one of the tweets read.

The police emphasised the system’s main advantages in September, and they invited and pointed the public to the registration website in a flyer.

How to apply for the Nigeria Police Central Motor Registry information

The police created the electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) to serve as a database of vehicles on Nigerian roads in order to fulfil their duty regarding motor vehicle security.

The owner of any motor vehicle, including cars, buses, lorries, motorbikes, etc., must register it in the Registry and obtain a Motor Vehicle Information Certificate through this link https://cmris.npf.gov.ng

By giving online information about their vehicles, their ownership, and other pertinent details that will help the police keep vehicle records, this portal aims to assist motor vehicle owners in meeting regulatory obligations.

When it comes to investigating motor vehicle theft and recovery procedures, this will be really helpful.

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Step-by-step guide on the e-CMR system registration

Step 1: Select “Get Started.”

Step 2: Use your TIN, driver’s licence, or NIN to create a profile.

Step 3: If there is a profile, sign in with your login information.

Step 4: Choose a CMR request, followed by a sub-request.

Step 5: Enter the vehicle’s information and select “Next.”

Step 6: Click “Proceed” after checking the box to verify that the vehicle’s information is accurate.

Step 7: Click “Make Payment” using any of the available payment options after viewing the invoice.

Step 8: Your registered phone number or email address will receive the requested details.