IGP Egbetokun Suspends Tinted Glass Checks Across Nigeria

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991, across Nigeria.

The announcement was made on Thursday through a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, following a meeting between the Police Chief and a delegation of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), led by its President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.

Hundeyin stated that the decision followed deliberations on the ongoing enforcement of the tinted glass law and the importance of cooperation between the Police and the Bar in promoting public confidence and the rule of law.

He explained that while there is no clear court order stopping the enforcement of the Act, the police opted to suspend it “out of consideration for the interest of Nigerians and regard for the Nigerian Bar Association,” pending the hearing of a motion on notice scheduled for October 16, 2025, at the Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State.

“The Inspector-General of Police has received a delegation of the NBA led by its President, Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja,” the statement read.
“The visit, which centred on issues surrounding the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991, provided an opportunity for robust deliberations on issues of mutual concern, particularly the need for synergy between the Police and the Bar in upholding the rule of law and promoting public confidence.”

Hundeyin added that the Nigeria Police Force has inaugurated a joint Police–NBA committee to strengthen cooperation between both institutions.

“To further strengthen the relationship between the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Bar Association, a Police–NBA committee has been inaugurated to enhance collaboration between the police and the bar,” he noted.

The police spokesperson advised vehicle owners and motorists to use the suspension window to regularise their vehicle documentation and ensure full compliance with relevant laws regulating the use of tinted or shaded glasses.

“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Egbetokun, reiterates the resolve of the Force to enforce all extant laws with fairness, transparency, and respect for the rights of all citizens while maintaining effective collaboration with critical stakeholders in the administration of justice,” Hundeyin added.

Meanwhile, The PUNCH reports that the Federal High Court in Warri had earlier issued an order in Suit No. FHC/WR/CS/103/2025 John Aikpokpo-Martins v. Inspector-General of Police & Nigeria Police Force, directing the police to suspend the enforcement of tinted glass permits pending the determination of the substantive case.

The court further instructed the police to maintain the status quo, effectively halting any enforcement actions against motorists until the matter is resolved.

On October 4, CSP Hundeyin clarified via his official X handle that the police had not yet been formally served with the court order at the time.