A High Court sitting in Orerokpe, Delta State, has ordered the temporary suspension of the enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy earlier announced by the Nigeria Police Force, dealing a legal setback to the directive issued by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
The ruling followed a suit filed by a team of senior lawyers, including Kunle Edun, SAN; Ikechukwu Ogbonna; E. Onoriode, SAN; SC Okporgu; TL Diogboghie; AH Okifo; Sir FO Yekovie; and JK Ezugwu, who challenged the planned resumption of the policy.
Police Confirm Court Order
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that the court granted an interim order restraining the police from enforcing the tinted glass permit pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit.
According to Hundeyin, the Nigeria Police Force had earlier announced on December 15, 2025, that enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy would resume nationwide from January 2, 2026, as part of measures to enhance public safety and internal security.
However, the plan was halted after the police were served with an interim court order in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, issued on December 17, 2025.
“The court order restrains the Nigeria Police Force from proceeding with the enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit or until the order is vacated,” Hundeyin said.
In compliance with the directive, the police have officially suspended enforcement of the policy across the country.
“Accordingly, and strictly in obedience to 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 statement added.
Hundeyin disclosed that the police have entered an appearance in the case, raised preliminary objections, and applied for the interim order to be vacated. The court has adjourned the matter to January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
IGP Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, reiterated the Force’s commitment to the rule of law, stressing that respect for judicial authority remains a cornerstone of police operations.
He assured Nigerians that the police would continue to adopt lawful and intelligence-driven strategies to address security challenges and protect lives and property nationwide.
“The Nigeria Police Force will keep the public informed and issue clear guidance as appropriate following the court’s determination of the matter, in the overriding interest of public order and national security,” Hundeyin said.
What This Means for Motorists
With the court order still in effect, motorists across Nigeria are not currently required to obtain or present tinted glass permits, pending the outcome of the legal challenge. Further directives will depend on the court’s ruling when the case resumes later this month.
The development comes amid ongoing public debate over the policy, with civil rights groups and motorists expressing concerns over enforcement methods and potential abuse.
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