THE Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has resumed the issuance of tinted glass permits across the country.
This followed a directive from the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
The decision was announced in a statement on Wednesday, April 30, by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
According to the NPF, the development followed rising complaints from the public over the harassment of vehicle owners by law enforcement agents for using factory-fitted tinted windows.
The statement reads, “The Nigeria Police Force, under the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has reactivated the issuance of Tinted Glass Permits (TGP) nationwide through a secure and user-friendly digital platform available at https://possap.gov.ng”.
The police said the initiative was in response to public complaints about motorists being harassed over tinted windows.
The Force added that a formal system was needed to regulate the use of tinted windows, which are common in modern vehicles for comfort and aesthetics, to ensure public safety.
“Tinted vehicles have often been exploited for criminal purposes, including kidnapping, armed robbery, ‘one-chance’ scams, and other forms of banditry,” Adejobi added.
The police said the misuse of tinted windows by criminals posed challenges for law enforcement and threatened national security, the reason attributed to the reactivation of the permit system to identify legitimate users.
The police said the decision would help to enhance investigations and improve overall security architecture in Nigeria.
They also added that to ensure authenticity and ease of access, the new platform features digital permits equipped with QR codes and a rapid processing window.
The police said applicants could process their permits online with identity verification integrated through the National Identification Number (NIN) and Tax Identification Number (TIN), alongside biometric capture and background checks.
To ensure a smooth transition, the police said a 30-day grace period had been approved, effective from May 1, within which motorists are expected to comply.
In addition, the NPF explained that law enforcement would begin active implementation after the grace period, warning that officers who misused the enforcement process would be sanctioned.
The police warned that officers engaging in extortion or harassment would face disciplinary action.
They also assured the public of the police’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and modern policing, urging citizens to support the initiative for safer roads and a more secure Nigeria.
In June 2021, former IGP Usman Baba ordered the suspension of the issuance of permits for tinted glasses and SPY number plates.
The police announced in 2024 that they would restart issuing the tinted glass permits for vehicles.
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