IGP extends grace period for enforcement of tinted glass permit

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved an extension of the grace period for enforcing the Tinted Glass Permit requirement, pushing the new deadline to August 12, 2025.

The announcement was made in a statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who noted that the extension follows widespread public feedback concerning the reactivation of the digital application process for the permit.

“In line with our commitment to delivering transparent, inclusive, and citizen-focused policing, the Force wishes to affirm that it has not ignored the voices of Nigerians. Rather, these voices have been instrumental in guiding ongoing reviews of the process to ensure it remains user-friendly, secure, and accessible to all,” the statement said.

According to the police, the extension is also designed to allow time for further improvements to the application system, ensuring that no citizen is unfairly affected by the enforcement.

“The extension of enforcement is also intended to give room for additional enhancements and refinements to the application process, ensuring that no member of the public is unduly disadvantaged.”

The statement further assured that the Nigeria Police Force is working to improve both physical and contactless application channels.

“The NPF is actively working to simplify and improve both the physical and contactless application options including enhanced verification mechanisms and streamlined procedures to reduce delays and eliminate undue inconveniences.”

Citizens were reminded that the official platform for applying for or renewing Tinted Glass Permits is https://www.possap.gov.ng.

“Members of the public are reminded that the authorized platform for the application and renewal of the Tinted Glass Permit is accessible via possap.gov.ng. Citizens are also encouraged to report all unauthorized or hidden charges as well as extortion in the course of application or biometric capturing to the appropriate Police authorities, including via the dedicated hotline: 09169967000,” the statement added.