The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has suspended the nationwide enforcement of its tinted-glass permit policy, which was scheduled to resume on January 2, 2026. The move follows an interim court order restraining the Force from implementing the policy until a pending suit is heard.
The Delta State High Court in Orerokpe issued the order on December 17, 2025, in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, a fundamental rights enforcement case filed by activist Israel Joe. The injunction prevents the police from enforcing the tinted-glass regulations until the court delivers a substantive judgment or vacates the order.
In a statement on January 1, 2026, Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that the NPF is fully complying with the court order. Hundeyin said the Force has entered an appearance in court, raised preliminary objections, and applied to vacate the interim injunction. The matter has been adjourned to January 20, 2026.
The tinted-glass permit policy, introduced for security purposes, requires vehicle owners with tinted windows to obtain annual permits. Authorities cite public safety concerns, including preventing concealment during crimes such as kidnapping and robbery. However, critics, including the Nigerian Bar Association, have argued that the policy exposes motorists to harassment and extortion, particularly those with factory-fitted tints.
Enforcement of the tinted-glass policy has been inconsistent since 2025, with previous suspensions due to court challenges and stakeholder consultations. This latest suspension underscores the NPF’s commitment to the rule of law, as the Force awaits the court’s final decision.
Motorists across Nigeria are currently not required to obtain tinted-glass permits, and the police have urged the public to continue cooperating with security initiatives.
