Nigeria Police reactivates tinted allow issuances with NIN, TIN verification 

The Nigeria Police Power has resumed the issuance of tinted glass permits via an enhanced digital platform that now incorporates identification verification utilizing candidates’ Nationwide Identification Quantity (NIN) and Tax Identification Quantity (TIN).

This was introduced in an announcement launched on Wednesday, April 30, by the Power Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on the directive of the Inspector-Basic of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun.

Motorists can now apply through www.possap.gov.ng, the place the system captures biometric information and conducts background checks. Profitable candidates obtain QR-coded digital permits, with processing accomplished inside 72 hours.

“The Nigeria Police Power, beneath the directive of the Inspector-Basic of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has reactivated the issuance of Tinted Glass Permits (TGP) nationwide via a safe and user-friendly digital platform accessible at possap.gov.ng,” the assertion learn partly.

It additional learn: “Candidates can now course of their permits on-line, with identification verification built-in via the Nationwide Identification Quantity (NIN) and Tax Identification Quantity (TIN), alongside biometric seize and background checks.”

The initiative, as outlined within the assertion, addresses widespread public issues relating to police harassment of motorists with factory-fitted tinted home windows. It goals to create a clear, user-friendly system for regularizing tinted automobiles, whereas enhancing nationwide safety.

Extra insights  

Tinted automobiles have been related to prison actions comparable to kidnapping, armed theft, and “one-chance” scams, complicating legislation enforcement efforts.

• The reactivation of the allow system seeks to differentiate official customers, comparable to people with medical wants or safety personnel, from prison parts.
• A 30-day grace interval has been granted for motorists to acquire legitimate permits earlier than enforcement begins. The Police have issued a stern warning that officers concerned in extortion or harassment throughout enforcement will face disciplinary motion.

The Inspector-Basic reaffirmed the Power’s dedication to citizen-centric, technology-driven policing and inspired the general public to embrace the brand new system for safer roads and enhanced belief in legislation enforcement.

What you need to know  

The resumption of tinted glass allow issuance by the Nigeria Police Power follows a sequence of reforms launched in 2024, after the ban was imposed in June 2022 to curb prison misuse.

• Nairametrics earlier reported that in February 2024, the Police introduced plans to carry the suspension and rolled out stricter controls, together with a nationwide coaching on February 29 for ICT and enforcement officers to handle a brand new digital system and implement up to date guidelines.
• The revamped system options QR codes, distinctive serial numbers, and digital holograms to forestall forgery, with all processes aligned with the MOTOR VEHICLES (PROHIBITION OF TINTED GLASS) ACT 1991.

Now formally resumed, motorists can apply through www.possap.gov.ng, the place the platform verifies identification utilizing NIN and TIN, captures biometric information, runs background checks, and points digital permits inside 72 hours.