The Nigeria Police Force on Monday announced that it will resume the nationwide enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy from January 2, 2026, citing the growing criminal activities linked to the use of unauthorised tinted vehicle glass.
According to a Monday statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Benjamin Hundeyin, the police said the decision followed a review of emerging security threats and the need to enhance public safety, pending the final determination of a related matter currently before the court.
The forcer clarified that at no point did the court restrain the Nigeria Police Force from enforcing the provisions of the law regarding the use of tinted glass on vehicles.
The statement revealed that the suspension of the enforcement was done in the spirit of responsibility, transparency, and public convenience.
The statement reads, “The Force suspended enforcement to allow motorists ample opportunity to regularise their documentation and complete the registration process without pressure.
The statement added, “Some individuals and organized criminal groups have exploited this gap to conceal their identities and facilitate crimes ranging from armed robbery to kidnapping and other violent crimes.
“In view of this, the Nigeria Police Force has found it both necessary and urgent to resume full enforcement as a proactive measure to safeguard our communities. Consequently, enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit will resume on 2nd January, 2026.”
