The Nigeria Police Force has announced a temporary suspension of the enforcement of the tinted glass permit regulation.
This follows an ongoing legal challenge brought by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and is set to be heard on October 16, 2025, at the Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State.
According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, the decision was reached after a meeting between the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun and a delegation from the NBA led by its President, Afam Osigwe, SAN, held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.
During the meeting, both parties engaged in extensive discussions concerning the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991, the law under which the Police have been enforcing the permit requirement.
While no official court order has yet stopped the enforcement, the Police say the suspension is a goodwill gesture to the public and a show of respect for the legal process initiated by the NBA.
“The Nigeria Police Force… 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,” the statement said.
To reinforce collaboration, a joint Police-NBA committee has now been formed, aimed at improving cooperation and ensuring the rights of citizens are respected in law enforcement practices.
The NBA filed a lawsuit against the IGP in September 2025, challenging the legality of the tinted glass permit policy.
The association described the requirement as unlawful and a breach of citizens’ rights, particularly questioning the relevance of a 1991 military decree still being used as the legal basis.
In April 2025, the IGP had introduced a new policy requiring motorists to apply annually for tinted glass permits through a dedicated platform, which also included a fee.
This move prompted widespread public criticism and legal concerns, culminating in the NBA’s decision to take legal action.
During its pre-conference National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on August 23, the NBA resolved to challenge the policy in court, citing both legal and constitutional grounds.
While enforcement is paused, the Police have advised vehicle owners to use this period to update their documentation and ensure full compliance with existing vehicle laws.
The Force reaffirmed its dedication to upholding the law fairly and transparently, in partnership with key stakeholders like the NBA.
