The Imo State Police Command has scheduled Saturday, October 4, 2025, to commence strict enforcement of the ban on the unauthorized use of tinted vehicle windows across the state.
The announcement was made in a statement on Saturday by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye.
Okoye urged vehicle owners with factory-fitted tinted or lightly shaded windscreens to apply for the required permit via the official police portal at https://possap.gov.ng/ before the grace period ends on October 3, 2025.
The Command further emphasizes that the ban on the use of tinted windscreens by commercial buses, particularly Bus Imo, remains in force.
“This measure, taken in the interest of public safety, became necessary as such vehicles have been frequently linked to violent crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and “one chance” incidents in the state,” the statement said.
Vehicles of violators will be impounded, while the owners will be dealt with in accordance with the law, the statement warned.
The Command urged all motorists especially commercial drivers to cooperate with law officers during the enforcement exercise.
The statement equally pointed out that permits will only be issued for vehicles with factory-fitted windscreens or those with light shading supported by a medical report or recommendation from an approved government hospital, in strict compliance with security directives.
“The Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents of the state,” the statement added.
