Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has inaugurated a computerised vehicle inspection centre aimed at addressing vehicular safety and environmental concerns in the state.
The centre, the first in the Northeast, is equipped with facilities designed to assess vehicles’ roadworthiness scientifically, eliminating human error and ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations.
Fintiri, represented by his deputy, Professor Kaletapha Farauta, appreciated Temple SYC Inspection Limited’s private partnership support in building the centre.
According to her, the centre would reduce the yearly loss of lives and property destroyed due to preventable road accidents caused by a poor vehicle maintenance culture.
The governor urged commercial drivers, vehicle owners, and transport unions to utilise the facility to improve road safety on the roads.
Commissioner for Transportation, Wunfe Anthony, described the centre as a milestone in innovation, safety, and smart transport governance.
She commended Governor Fintiri for his visionary leadership, which enabled the realisation of the project.
Anthony acknowledged ongoing challenges in the transport sector, including road safety, vehicle standards, and commuter security.
She added that the initiative is expected to reduce road accidents, promote environmental sustainability, and enhance data-driven transport planning and policymaking.
The commissioner revealed plans to establish three additional CVIS centres in Gombi, Mubi, and Ganye, respectively.
Earlier, the chief operating officer, Drivers and Testing Services (DVTS) Engineer Jibrin Chindo, conducted the deputy governor around the facilities.
