The Nigeria Police Force has announced an extension of the grace period for enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit requirement for vehicles with tinted windows, moving the new enforcement date to October 2, 2025.
Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, approved the extension following a surge in applications through the official portal.
Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Muyiwa Adejobi, said in a statement that the decision was influenced by the growing compliance of motorists.
“This decision follows a significant increase in applications via the official platform, showing heightened public compliance. The extra time will allow thorough scrutiny of each application to ensure permits go only to qualified individuals, in line with national security considerations,” Adejobi explained.
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He added that the additional time will also enable the Police to fine-tune both digital and physical verification processes, ensuring the integrity of the system and preventing abuse.
The Force emphasized that the only authorized application channel for the permit is https://possap.gov.ng, urging the public to ignore any unofficial sources.
Citizens have been advised to report cases of extortion, hidden charges, or unauthorized processing through official channels, including the dedicated hotline 09169967000.
The statement concluded with an appeal for public cooperation as the Police aim to balance convenience with strong national security measures.
