The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has again suspended the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy across the country.
The policy was expected to take off today, but the police halted the enforcement pending the determination of a substantive suit before the court.
The NPF had announced on December 15, last year, that enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy would resume nationwide with effect from today as part of measures to enhance public safety and internal security.
In a statement yesterday in Abuja by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) Benjamin Hundeyin, a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), reads: “The force was subsequently served with an interim court order issued on December 17, 2025, directing the police to suspend the enforcement of the policy pending the hearing and determination of the suit or until the order is otherwise vacated.
“In response, the Nigeria Police Force entered an appearance in the matter, filed preliminary objections, and applied for the vacation of the interim order. The court has adjourned the case to January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
“In strict compliance with the subsisting court order and in line with constitutional provisions, the Nigeria Police Force has placed the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy on hold nationwide until the court reaches a decision.
“Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to the rule of law while continuing to fulfill its core mandate of protecting lives and property.”
The IGP assured that the police would continue to adopt lawful and intelligence-driven strategies to tackle security challenges across the country.
The force also assured members of the public that further updates and clear guidance would be communicated as appropriate following the court’s determination, in the interest of public order and national security.