BY GODWIN IJEDIOGOR
IN a bid to enhance national security and curb criminal activities aided by the misuse of tinted glass, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has concluded its review of the issuance of tinted glass permits.
Further issuance of the permit banned in June 2022 due to widespread concerns regarding the role of tinted glass in aiding heinous crimes, such as kidnapping, armed robbery, illegal transportation of firearms, human trafficking, etc.
According to Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, with the proposed lifting of the ban, stringent measures were being implemented to prevent abuse and ensure strict compliance with guidelines governing the issuance and use of tinted glass permits.
One of such measures is that ICT Analysts and Enforcement Officers nationwide would undergo a comprehensive training on February 29 as ahead of the reopening of tinted glass permit issuance.
The training, he stated, would equip officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to regulate the registration process, guide registrants on the use of the portal where required, attend to complaints from members of the public and enforce compliance effectively.
It would focus on the intricacies of the new guidelines, emphasising the importance of maintaining a delicate balance between public safety and individual freedoms, while safeguarding national security.
The proposed tinted glass permit would incorporate distinctive features aimed at enhancing enforcement efficiency and security, including a QR code linked to a central database for real-time verification, unique serial numbers correlated with vehicle and owner details and a digital hologram ensuring authenticity and integrity, among other measures.
“It is crucial to highlight that the guidelines for the issuance of tinted permits and the use of tinted glass will strictly adhere to the provisions of the MOTOR VEHICLES (PROHIBITION OF TINTED GLASS) ACT 1991 and other relevant extant laws.
“This strategic approach underscores the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to prioritise public safety, while upholding individual rights and national security interests.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to providing updates to the general public on the implementation of the reviewed process of tinted glass permit issuance, ensuring transparency and accountability in its efforts to maintain internal security,” the Police spokesman stated.
