The Nigeria Police Force has officially suspended its planned enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy, following a court order restraining the action.
In a statement on Thursday signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police confirmed the suspension is in compliance with an interim court order.
The Force had earlier announced on December 15, 2025, that enforcement would resume on January 2, 2026, citing public safety concerns. However, the statement revealed that the police were served with an order from the Federal High Court on December 17.
“The Nigeria Police Force was served with an interim order of court in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, issued on 17th December 2025, restraining the Force from proceeding with the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit or the vacation of the order,” the statement read.
The police stated they have taken legal steps in response. “In line with constitutional obligations and respect for judicial authority, the Nigeria Police Force has entered appearance in the matter, raised preliminary objections, and formally applied for the vacation of the interim order,” it added.
The case has been adjourned to January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
“Accordingly, and strictly in compliance with the subsisting court order, the Nigeria Police Force has placed the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy on hold nationwide, pending the decision of the court,” the police affirmed.
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, reiterated the Force’s commitment to the rule of law. The statement assured that “the Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in upholding the rule of law while discharging its primary mandate of protecting lives and property.”
The public was advised that further guidance would be provided after the court’s decision. “Members of the public are assured that the Nigeria Police Force will communicate further developments and issue clear guidance as appropriate following the court’s determination of the matter,” the statement concluded.
