A Federal High Court has issued an interim order restraining the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) from enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit policy, which was scheduled to take effect from January 2, 2026.
The Police had earlier announced on December 15, 2025, that it would resume enforcement of the policy as part of efforts to enhance public safety and internal security. However, the plan was stalled after the Force was served with a court order in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, issued on December 17, 2025.
The interim order bars the Police from proceeding with the enforcement pending the hearing and determination of the substantive suit or until the order is set aside by the court.
Confirming the development in a statement on Thursday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the NPF has complied fully with the directive of the court.
“In strict obedience to the subsisting court order and in line with our constitutional responsibility to respect judicial authority, the Nigeria Police Force has placed the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy on hold nationwide,” Hundeyin said.
He explained that the Police have already entered an appearance in the matter, filed preliminary objections, and applied for the vacation of the interim order.
According to him, the court has adjourned the case to January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to the rule of law, stressing that security operations must align with constitutional provisions.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in upholding the rule of law while carrying out its primary mandate of protecting lives and property,” the IGP said.
He added that while enforcement of the tinted glass policy is on hold, the Police will continue to rely on lawful and intelligence-driven strategies to address security challenges across the country.
The NPF assured members of the public that further updates and clear guidance would be provided after the court reaches a decision on the matter, in the interest of public order and national security.
