The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, has approved an extension of the grace period for the enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit requirement for vehicles to August 12, 2025.
This was contained in a statement by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, in which he said that the extension of the enforcement is intended to give room for additional enhancements and refinements to the application process, as well as ensure that no member of the public is unduly disadvantaged.
The extension comes on the heels of several concerns and feedback expressed by members of the public regarding the reactivation of the digital Tinted Glass Permit application process.
The police to hierarchy said that in line with their commitment to delivering transparent, inclusive, and citizen-focused policing, it affirmed that it has not ignored the voices of Nigerians, rather, the voices have been instrumental in guiding ongoing reviews of the process to ensure it remains user-friendly, secure, and accessible to all.
ACP Adejobi further said that the Nigeria Police Force 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.
He said the authorized platform for the application and renewal of the Tinted Glass Permit is accessible via http://www.possap.gov.ng.
The Spokesperson of the police urged citizens 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.
Adejobi said that the Nigeria Police Force remain committed to public safety, digital innovation, and continuous improvement in service delivery, and appreciates the cooperation and patience of the Nigerian people as the reforms are carried out.