By Ibrahim Muhammad
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991.
Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, announced the decision in a statement on Thursday, 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.
According to Hundeyin, the discussion focused on the enforcement of the tinted glass law and the need to strengthen cooperation between the Police and the Bar in promoting the rule of law and public trust.
He explained that although there was no clear court order stopping the enforcement of the Act, the Police decided to suspend the exercise “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 received a delegation of the NBA led by its President, Afam Josiah Osigwe, SAN, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja,” the statement partly 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 matters 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 further disclosed that a joint Police–NBA committee has been inaugurated to strengthen collaboration between both institutions.
He advised motorists to take advantage of the suspension period to regularise their vehicle documents and ensure compliance with all laws regulating the use of shaded or tinted vehicle glasses.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Egbetokun, reiterates the Force’s commitment to enforcing all existing laws with fairness, transparency, and respect for citizens’ rights while maintaining effective collaboration with key stakeholders in the justice sector,” Hundeyin added.
Meanwhile, it was reported 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 ordered that the status quo be maintained, effectively halting any action against motorists until the case is resolved.
On October 4, Hundeyin clarified via his official X handle that the police had not yet been formally served with the court order at the time.
