The Nigeria Police Force has suspended the nationwide enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy following an interim order issued by the Federal High Court, which has adjourned the matter to January 20, 2026.
The Force had announced on December 15, 2025, that it would resume enforcement of the tinted glass regulation from January 2, 2026, citing its statutory duty to protect public safety and internal security. That plan was halted after the police were served with an interim court order on December 17, 2025, restraining the Force from proceeding with the exercise pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit or the vacation of the order.
The case, filed under Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, is now before the Federal High Court, which has fixed January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that the Nigeria Police Force has entered an appearance in the suit, raised preliminary objections, and formally applied for the interim order to be vacated. He said the steps taken by the Force were in line with its constitutional obligation to respect the authority of the courts while lawfully pursuing its mandate to maintain law and order.
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According to Hundeyin, the court’s decision to adjourn the matter necessitated the suspension of enforcement across the country. He stated that, pending the court’s determination, the Nigeria Police Force has placed the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy on hold nationwide in strict compliance with the subsisting court order.
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to the rule of law, stressing that the police would continue to rely on lawful and intelligence-driven strategies to address security challenges across Nigeria. He assured the public that the temporary suspension of the policy would not weaken the resolve of the police to protect lives and property.
The Police leadership also pledged to keep Nigerians informed, noting that further updates and clear guidance would be communicated after the court delivers its decision, in the interest of public order and national security.
