The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced that it will resume the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy nationwide from January 2, 2026, citing rising security concerns.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the decision followed a review of emerging crime trends involving vehicles fitted with unauthorised tinted glass. According to the police, criminal elements have increasingly exploited tinted vehicles to conceal their identities while carrying out crimes such as armed robbery, kidnapping and other violent acts.
The NPF clarified that there was no court order restraining it from enforcing the law on tinted glass usage. However, enforcement was earlier suspended to give motorists sufficient time to regularise their documentation and complete the permit application process without pressure.
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, assured Nigerians that the renewed enforcement would be conducted professionally, with respect for citizens’ rights and in line with existing laws. He reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to public safety and the rule of law.
The police urged motorists who require tinted glass permits to apply through approved channels and ensure full compliance before the enforcement resumes.