A Delta State High Court sitting in Orerokpe has issued an ex-parte injunction stopping the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the Delta State Commissioner of Police from enforcing the tinted glass permit policy across Nigeria.
The court, presided over by Justice Joe Egwu, also barred the police from harassing, arresting, detaining, or extorting motorists and citizens under the guise of implementing the policy. The injunction further restrains the police from using the Parkway Projects Account a private contractor’s account for any government business until the substantive suit is heard and determined.
The order followed an application filed by Mr. Israel Joe in suit HOR/FHR/M.3/2025, represented by Mr. Kunle Edun, SAN, and other lawyers. It effectively stops the Nigeria Police from resuming the tinted glass permit enforcement scheduled for January 2, 2026.
Justice Egwu emphasized that the injunction would remain in force pending the hearing and determination of the main suit, ensuring that citizens and motorists are protected from any enforcement actions or harassment linked to the policy.
The court also approved substituted service on the respondents through the Delta State Police Command Headquarters in Asaba, declaring such service valid and proper.
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