By Sandra Ugwu 

The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it will recommence the nationwide enforcement of regulations governing tinted vehicle glass from January 2, 2026, following rising security concerns linked to the abuse of unauthorised tinted windows.

The disclosure was made in a statement released on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Benjamin Hundeyin.

According to the police, the decision was reached after a review of emerging security threats and the urgent need to strengthen public safety, while awaiting the final outcome of a related case currently before the court.

The Force clarified that there is no court injunction preventing it from enforcing the law on tinted glass usage. It noted that enforcement was earlier suspended to promote transparency and convenience, giving motorists adequate time to regularise their documents and complete the permit application process without pressure.

However, the police explained that recent security assessments have shown an increase in criminal activities involving vehicles fitted with unauthorised tinted glass. Such vehicles, it said, have been used by criminals to hide their identities while carrying out offences such as armed robbery, kidnapping and other violent crimes.

In light of these developments, the Force stated that the resumption of enforcement has become both necessary and urgent as a proactive measure to protect lives and property nationwide.

“Recent trends reveal a disturbing rise in crimes perpetrated with the aid of vehicles fitted with unauthorised tinted glass. Criminals have exploited this gap to conceal their identities and carry out violent acts. Consequently, enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit will resume nationwide on January 2, 2026,” the statement said.