NPF reactivates digital tinted permit, boosts national security

In a renewed bid to enhance national security and address persistent public concerns, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced the reactivation of its Tinted Glass Permit (TGP) issuance system through a newly upgraded digital platform.

The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who made the announcement on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, said the initiative became necessary following “widespread public complaints about the harassment of motorists over the use of tinted windows.”

The platform, available via possap.gov.ng, according to the force PRO, is designed to provide a “clear, transparent, and accountable process for regularizing factory-fitted tinted glass on vehicles.”

With more modern vehicles being manufactured with tinted windows, the Force said it was important to develop a standardized system that accommodates lawful use without compromising public safety.

According to the Police, tinted vehicles have often been exploited for criminal activities including kidnapping, armed robbery, and the notorious “one-chance” scams. “Their use hampers police visibility and impedes effective law enforcement, thereby contributing to public insecurity,” the statement noted.

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Emphasizing the strategic role of the permit system, the IGP said it would help in identifying legitimate users such as individuals with medical needs or security operatives, while preventing criminal exploitation. “It is expected to enhance police investigative capabilities and strengthen national security efforts,” the release added.

Applicants are now able to process their permits online, with integration of identity verification using their National Identification Number (NIN) and Tax Identification Number (TIN), along with biometric capture and background checks.

The Force added that the system features “QR-coded digital permits, with a streamlined processing timeline of 72 hours.”

Meanwhile, to allow for a smooth transition, the Police announced a 30-day grace period beginning May 1, 2025.

The Police spokesperson said, “Enforcement will commence at the end of this period,” the statement said, warning that officers who engage in “unprofessional conduct such as extortion or harassment in the course of enforcement will be decisively dealt with in accordance with extant disciplinary procedures.”

However, while reiterating the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to technological advancement and public trust, IGP Egbetokun urged Nigerians to embrace the initiative.

“The Force’s commitment to a technologically driven and citizen-focused policing strategy remains firm.”

“We urge the public to embrace the initiative in the interest of safer roads, enhanced public trust, and a more secure Nigeria,” the IGP said.

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