The Nigeria Police Force has suspended the nationwide enforcement of its tinted glass permit policy following an interim court order restraining the action.
The Force had earlier announced on December 15, 2025, that enforcement of the policy would commence on January 2, 2026, citing concerns over public safety and internal security.
However, in a statement issued on Thursday and signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police disclosed that they were served with an interim court order on December 17, 2025.
According to the statement, the order—issued in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025—restrains the police from proceeding with the enforcement pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit or the vacation of the order.
“The Nigeria Police Force was served with an interim order of court 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 said.
The police confirmed that enforcement of the policy has been placed on hold nationwide in strict compliance with the subsisting court order.
The Force also revealed that it has entered an appearance in the matter, raised preliminary objections, and formally applied for the vacation of the interim order. The case has been adjourned to January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
“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,” the statement added.
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to upholding the rule of law while discharging its constitutional mandate.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in upholding the rule of law while discharging its primary mandate of protecting lives and property. The Force will continue to deploy lawful, intelligence-driven strategies to address security challenges and safeguard public safety across the country,” the statement said.
The police assured the public that further updates and clear guidance would be communicated after the court’s determination, in the overriding interest of public order and national security.
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