The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has suspended the enforcement of the tinted glass permit until Thursday, October 16, 2025.
The suspension comes barely a week after the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) began nationwide enforcement, marking the third suspension in 2025.
Egbetokun explained that the decision followed a resolution reached during a meeting with a delegation from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), led by its President, Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.
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The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, noted that the visit focused on issues surrounding the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991.
It added that the engagement provided an opportunity for robust discussions on matters of mutual concern, particularly the need for synergy between the Police and the Bar in upholding the rule of law and promoting public confidence.
He said, “The Nigeria Police Force, while noting that there is no clear court order stopping the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991, has, out of consideration for the interest of Nigerians, and regard for the Nigerian Bar Association, temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Act, pending the outcome of the hearing of the Motion on Notice slated for 16th October 2025, at the Federal High Court, Warri, Delta State.
“To further strengthen the relationship between the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Bar Association, a Police-NBA committee has been inaugurated to enhance collaboration between the police and the bar.
“In the meantime, all vehicle owners and motorists are urged to take advantage of this window to regularise their documentation and ensure full compliance with all relevant laws regulating the use of motor vehicles with shaded or tinted glasses in Nigeria.”
Egbetokun reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to enforcing all existing laws with fairness, transparency, and respect for citizens’ rights while maintaining strong collaboration with key stakeholders in the justice system.