FCT Police Commissioner Bans Tinted Glasses On Vehicles To Curb Crime (Video)

The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Olatunji Disu, has announced an immediate ban on the use of tinted glasses on vehicles as part of intensified efforts to combat the rising wave of criminal activities, including ‘one chance’ operations and kidnappings, in the territory, ABN TV reports.

Speaking during a press briefing, CP Disu emphasized the importance of the measure, noting that tinted glasses have been exploited by criminals to conceal their identities and activities. “For now, the use of tinted glasses on vehicles is prohibited. If your vehicle has tinted glasses, kindly remove them to avoid having your vehicle impounded by the police,” he said.

He explained that the ban is critical for ensuring transparency and safety on the roads. “We are clamping down on all commercial vehicles and individuals with tinted vehicles. We need to see people in their vehicles. Tinted glass is contributing to a lot of lawlessness. Many victims of kidnappings have revealed that the tinted glasses made it difficult for bystanders to notice they were in distress,” CP Disu stated.

The police chief further warned against the deliberate covering or removal of vehicle number plates, describing such practices as enablers of criminal activities. “We will enforce the law on covering of number plates. Nobody has the right to cover or fail to fix registration numbers on their vehicles. These acts are forms of criminality that rob innocent citizens of their safety and peace of mind.”

Residents of the FCT have been urged to comply with these directives to avoid sanctions, including the impounding of their vehicles. CP Disu assured the public that the police remain committed to enforcing all relevant laws to maintain security and order in the FCT.

This decisive action comes amidst growing concerns over safety in the nation’s capital, with the police reiterating their resolve to protect lives and property while cracking down on lawlessness.