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By Fatima Mukhtar
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991, across the country, following ongoing legal proceedings at the Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State.
According to Sahara Reporters, the suspension comes after the court issued an interim order directing the police to halt enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy pending the determination of a suit challenging its legality. The case, filed by human rights lawyer John Aikpokpo-Martins, is scheduled for hearing on October 16, 2025.
Confirming the development, the police stated that the decision to suspend enforcement aims to respect the judicial process and promote transparency in law enforcement. A joint Police–Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) committee has also been inaugurated to strengthen cooperation and uphold the rule of law.
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to fairness, accountability, and constructive stakeholder engagement, emphasizing that the NPF remains focused on maintaining public trust and due process.
Meanwhile, vehicle owners have been advised to use this suspension period to regularize their vehicle documentation and ensure compliance with relevant traffic regulations.
ABC confirmed from Sahara Reporters that the suspension remains in force nationwide until the court delivers its final ruling on the matter.
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