The Nigeria Police Force has suspended the nationwide enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy following an interim court order restraining the implementation of the measure.
The suspension was announced after a court issued an order halting the enforcement of the policy, which requires motorists with tinted vehicle glass to obtain permits from the police. The order directs the police to maintain the status quo pending the determination of the suit challenging the policy.
Sources within the police confirmed that commands across the country have been instructed to comply with the court directive and suspend all enforcement actions related to tinted glass permits until further notice.
The tinted glass policy had generated widespread public debate and concern, with motorists and civil society groups raising issues about possible harassment, extortion, and infringement on citizens’ rights.
The police authorities reiterated their commitment to upholding the rule of law and respecting judicial processes, assuring the public that they would abide strictly by the court’s decision.
Further updates are expected as legal proceedings continue and the court delivers a final ruling on the matter.
