Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has extended the deadline for the enforcement of the tinted glass permit to October 2, 2025, to allow for what the force describes as “meticulous scrutiny” of applications.
The deadline had earlier been shifted to August 12 to give the police additional time to enhance and refine the application process.
In a statement issued by Force spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the latest extension would enable the police to carefully assess requests to ensure only eligible persons are granted permits in line with national security considerations.
“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.”
Adejobi explained that the extension would also give the police time to fine-tune digital and physical verification processes “to maintain the integrity of the permit system and prevent abuse”.
He stressed that all applications should be submitted exclusively through possap.gov.ng and urged Nigerians to report cases of extortion, hidden charges, or unauthorised processing to the police via the hotline 08147818871.
Adejobi added that the IGP commended Nigerians for their cooperation, noting that the measure was aimed at balancing public convenience with robust security measures.
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