A Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State, has restrained the Nigeria Police Force and the Inspector-General of Police from enforcing the tinted glass permit requirement for motorists.
The interim order, issued on Friday, followed the commencement of hearing in Suit No. FHC/WR/CS/103/2025 filed by legal practitioner John Aikpokpo-Martins against the police authorities.
In his suit, Aikpokpo-Martins is challenging the legality of the recent enforcement of the tinted glass permit, arguing that it infringes on citizens’ rights.
Justice of the Federal High Court directed the police to maintain the status quo and to respect ongoing judicial processes until the substantive issues in the case are resolved.
Reacting to the ruling, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Kunle Edun, who led the petitioner’s legal team, described the order as a significant step in safeguarding the rule of law.
“The directive ensures that the constitutional process is not undermined while the court considers the broader questions raised by this suit,” Edun said.
