The Nigeria Police Force has suspended the nationwide enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy following an interim court order restraining the action.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Police had on December 15, 2025, announced the resumption of enforcement of the policy, scheduled to take effect from January 2, 2026, as part of efforts to enhance public safety and internal security.
However, he said the Police were subsequently served with an interim order issued on December 17, 2025, in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, which restrained the Force from proceeding with the enforcement pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit or the vacation of the order.
CSP Hundeyin explained that in compliance with constitutional provisions and respect for judicial authority, the Nigeria Police Force has entered an appearance in the matter, raised preliminary objections, and applied for the vacation of the interim order. The case has been adjourned to January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
He said that, in strict adherence to the subsisting court order, the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy has been placed on hold nationwide pending the court’s decision.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to upholding the rule of law while carrying out its mandate of protecting lives and property, adding that the Police would continue to deploy lawful, intelligence-driven strategies to address security challenges across the country.
The Police assured members of the public that further updates and clear guidance would be communicated after the court’s determination, in the interest of public order and national security.
