Nigeria Police To Resume Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement From January 2, 2026
The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it will restart enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy from January 2, 2026, citing growing security threats across the country. In a statement on Monday, Force Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent Benjamin Hundeyin, clarified that no court has barred the police from enforcing the law on vehicle tinted glass, even though the issue is still under judicial review. The temporary suspension of enforcement was intended to give motorists time to regularise their documents without pressure. Hundeyin explained that recent security reports show an increase in crimes involving vehicles with unauthorised tinted glass, which criminals use to conceal their identities while committing offences such as armed robbery and kidnapping. “Criminals have increasingly exploited vehicles with unauthorised tinted glass to hide their identities and carry out violent crimes. This trend has made it necessary for the Nigeria Police Force to resume full enforcement to protect citizens,” the statement said. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, assured the public that enforcement would be conducted professionally, respecting citizens’ rights and adhering to existing laws. He added that the Force remains committed to public safety and will continue to work with all stakeholders to keep Nigeria secure. Motorists are urged to obtain tinted glass permits through official channels and ensure their vehicles comply with legal standards.
