The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has clarified the legality of issuing tinted-glass permits, dismissing reports that the policy lacks constitutional backing.
Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement on Friday, said the permit is backed by the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 2004, which empowers the Inspector-General of Police or an authorised officer to approve applications.
He explained that applicants must, however, demonstrate valid reasons — such as health or security needs — before the permit can be granted.
According to Hundeyin, the policy remains a critical crime-prevention tool against violent offences such as kidnapping, armed robbery, terrorism, and “one chance” operations.On the issue of charges,
Hundeyin clarified that the fees are strictly processing charges for maintaining the digital infrastructure used in the service, in line with Section 26(e) and (f) of the Nigeria Police Act, 2020, which permits the Police to provide specialised services at a fee.
He also highlighted the successes of the Electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR), through which several stolen vehicles have been traced and recovered nationwide — an achievement made possible by the modernised service.
“The claims that the tinted-glass permit policy is not legal, transparent, or constitutionally valid are untrue and misleading,” Hundeyin stated, stressing that such reports attempt to undermine the integrity and lawful operations of the Force.
He further reaffirmed the commitment of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, to professionalism, transparency, and the protection of citizens’ fundamental rights, while assuring Nigerians of the Force’s dedication to building a safer and more secure nation.
