The Nigeria Police Force will officially commence enforcement of its reactivated Tinted Glass Permit, TGP, system today, Monday, 1st June 2025, concluding a 30-day grace period granted to drivers for compliance with the new regulations.
This initiative, ordered by Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, forms part of a wider strategy aimed at bolstering national security and mitigating criminal activities often associated with vehicles featuring darkened windows.
The digital permit system, launched last month, mandates that drivers apply online via the Police Specialized Services Automation Project, POSSAP, portal at possap.gov.ng.
Applicants are required to submit personal and vehicle information, undergo biometric verification, and pass security checks prior to receiving approval.
The reintroduction of the tinted glass permit was prompted by numerous complaints from motorists regarding harassment by law enforcement, alongside worries about the misuse of tinted vehicles in crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and “one-chance” scams.
Heavily tinted windows have historically posed security challenges by limiting police visibility during routine stops and patrols.
The new system seeks to differentiate between legitimate users such as those with medical conditions needing reduced sunlight exposure and criminals who exploit tinted vehicles to avoid detection. Successful applicants will receive a QR-coded digital permit, which officers can quickly verify during traffic stops.
Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, underscored that this policy intends to foster transparency and eliminate extortion, ensuring that only law-abiding citizens can legally utilise tinted windows while complicating matters for criminals attempting to conceal their activities.
