Police to Resume Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement January 2, 2026, Citing Rising Security Threats

The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it will resume the enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy nationwide from January 2, 2026, citing growing security concerns linked to the misuse of vehicles with unauthorised tinted windows.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, clarified that there is no court order restraining the police from enforcing existing laws regulating the use of tinted glass on vehicles, despite the matter still pending before a court.

According to the statement, enforcement was earlier suspended to allow motorists sufficient time to regularise their documentation and complete the tinted glass permit registration process without undue pressure.

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“Recent trends reveal a disturbing rise in criminal activities perpetrated with the aid of vehicles fitted with unauthorised tinted glass,” Hundeyin said, adding that criminals have exploited such vehicles to conceal their identities while carrying out crimes including armed robbery, kidnapping and other violent offences.

The police said the decision to resume enforcement was informed by recent security assessments, which showed that vehicles with illegal tinted glass have become a major tool for organised criminal groups.

“In view of this, the Nigeria Police Force has found it necessary and urgent to resume full enforcement as a proactive measure to safeguard our communities,” the statement said.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, assured Nigerians that the renewed enforcement would be conducted with professionalism, respect for citizens’ rights, and in strict compliance with extant laws.

He reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to public safety, the rule of law, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders to enhance national security.

Motorists who require tinted glass were advised to apply for the official tinted glass permit through approved channels and ensure their vehicles fully comply with legal requirements ahead of the enforcement date.

Police to Resume Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement January 2, 2026, Citing Rising Security Threats

Muslim Cleric Murdered in Kano Mosque, Police Probe Mob Vigilante Killing

A Muslim cleric, Ladan Zubairu, was brutally killed at Yusuf Garko Mosque in the Maraba Quarters area of Kano on Monday morning, sparking panic in the community.

The attack reportedly occurred as the cleric was performing the dawn call to prayer. According to his son, Isa Kasim, Zubairu had just completed the first call and was seated for supplications when an assailant armed with a weapon entered the mosque and slit his throat.

Angry residents quickly mobilized, pursuing the suspect, who was lynched by a mob, while his residence was set ablaze, heightening tensions in the area before security personnel restored order.

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Kasim revealed that the cleric’s severed throat was later found in a nylon bag on the suspect’s person.

The Kano State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the incident, stating that police acted swiftly to restore peace and prevent further escalation. Both the cleric’s and suspect’s remains were recovered and transferred to the Mohammed Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital for autopsy.

The state Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has ordered an extensive investigation, emphasizing that anyone found responsible will face the full force of the law. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and provide any information to aid the ongoing probe.

The shocking incident has left the Maraba Quarters community in mourning, highlighting concerns over mosque security and public safety in the area.

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Osun State Loses Philanthropist Prince Tunde Ponnle, UNIOSUN Benefactor Dies at 94

Osun State has been thrown into mourning following the death of Prince Tunde Ponnle, a prominent son of Ada town and respected philanthropist, who passed away in the early hours of Sunday, December 14, at the age of 94.

The news of his death was first shared on Facebook by Babalola Sunday Emmanuel. Prince Ponnle was widely admired for his enduring contributions to education, healthcare, and community development across Osun State.

He served as a member of the Governing Council of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) until May 2023 and was a major benefactor of the institution. The late prince donated several high-value assets to the university, including a multi-million-naira mansion and the MicCom Cancer Centre, which has become an integral part of UNIOSUN’s medical training programme, hosting rural postings for MBBS students.

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Tributes have poured in from Ada town and across Osun State, with community members describing Prince Ponnle as a rare gem whose life was defined by service, generosity, and humility.

The university community and residents have extended heartfelt condolences to his family, praying for strength and that the departed soul rests in perfect peace. Details of the burial programme are yet to be released.

Prince Tunde Ponnle’s legacy continues to resonate in Osun, particularly through his transformative contributions to education and healthcare in the state.

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