The Nigeria Police Force has reiterated the importance of obtaining a permit for vehicles with tinted glass.
According to the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, anyone driving a car with tinted, shaded, colored, or darkened glass must secure a valid permit.
The law allows a 14-day window from the date of purchase or importation for the replacement of such glass or obtaining official approval.
The police clarified that this regulation applies to all vehicles, including those with factory-fitted tinted glass.
The authorities emphasised adhering to this rule to avoid legal issues, encouraging drivers to “stay safe, stay stylish, and stay legal”.
The statement reads: “So here’s the gist: If you’re walking or biking under the sun with your tinted shades on—no wahala. Rock that look!
“But if you’re driving a car with tinted, shaded, coloured, or darkened glass, the rules are different.
“Section 3 of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act says:
“You’ve got just 14 days from the date of purchase or import to replace those glasses—Yes, including “factory fitted “, “unless you’ve got a permit!
“Driving tinted? You need a permit.
“Walking tinted? You’re good.
“Two different vibes. Two different laws.
“Want to stay cool and compliant?
“Apply for your tinted glass permit online at: https://possap.gov.ng
“Stay safe. Stay stylish. Stay legal”.
