The Enugu State government has taken a firm stance against the use of unauthorized vehicles with tinted glasses within the state. In a move to combat the activities of kidnappers and other criminal elements, the ban will be effective from September 4, 2023.

Governor Peter Mbah's administration has shown a resolute determination and commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the citizens. To this end, the ban on tinted-glass vehicles seeks to curb the nefarious activities of criminals who exploit such vehicles for their unlawful operations.

A public service announcement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof Chidiebere Onyia, confirmed the ban. The government has given a grace period of four weeks from the date of the announcement for vehicle owners to comply with the new regulation. Consequently, the enforcement of the ban will commence on Monday, September 4, 2023.

The statement partly read, “The ban shall take effect after four weeks of this notice, with consequent enforcement starting on Monday, September 4, 2023.

“This is to give owners of vehicles with tinted glasses, who did not obtain Police Tinted Permits before the suspension of its issuance by the Nigeria Police Force on June 7, 2021, sufficient time to have them removed or replaced if they are factory fitted, by the provisions of the law.”

It, however, warned that defaulting vehicles “shall be impounded by the enforcement taskforce and shall not be released to their owners until the tinted glasses are removed or replaced and the specified fines paid.

“It is important to reiterate that the ban is primarily aimed at curtailing the activities of criminals and to generally enhance the security and safety of the good people and residents of Enugu State.

“We, therefore, solicit the understanding and cooperation of the general public in this regard.”