The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has again extended the deadline for the enforcement of the tinted glass permit.
The new enforcement date is now October 2.
NewsClick Nigeria reports that the IGP had earlier extended the deadline to August 12 to give the force additional to enhance and refine the application process.
In a statement issued on Monday, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police spokesperson, said the move will give room for “meticulous scrutiny” of applications to ensure only eligible persons are granted permits in line with national security considerations.
Adejobi said the extension will also allow the police to fine-tune digital and physical verification processes “to maintain the integrity of the permit system and prevent abuse”.
He reiterated that applications should be made only via possap.gov.ng and urged Nigerians to report cases of extortion, hidden charges, or unauthorised processing to the police through the hotline 08147818871.
Adejobi said the IGP commended Nigerians for their cooperation, noting the measure is aimed at balancing public convenience with robust security measures.
“This decision follows a significant surge in applications via the official portal, reflecting heightened public compliance with the directive,” the statement reads.
“In light of this, the Force considers it imperative to allow sufficient time for the meticulous scrutiny of applications to ensure that the permit is issued only to eligible and qualified individuals, in line with national security considerations.”
