Imo State Government’s 14-day grace period for commercial buses with tinted glasses and covered number plates ends today, and enforcement begins tomorrow, June 6, 2025.

The Imo State Government’s 14-day grace period for commercial buses with tinted glasses and covered number plates ends today, and enforcement begins tomorrow, June 6, 2025.

Governor Hope Uzodimma ordered the crackdown due to security concerns, as tinted commercial buses have been linked to crimes like kidnapping, armed robbery, and hit-and-run operations in Imo State.

The Special Enforcement Committee, led by Nze Chinasa Nwaneri, Special Adviser to the Governor on Monitoring and Compliance, will oversee the operation. Hon. Anthony Chidi (Madoka) is supervising the logistics and security measures.

Commercial vehicles found operating with tinted glasses or covered number plates will face immediate impoundment and legal consequences. There’s no further extension or excuse, as the government believes nearly a month’s notice is sufficient for compliance.

The clampdown aims to eliminate “one chance” criminal activities and restore order in the transport system, ensuring public safety and security.

Commuters are advised to avoid boarding tinted or improperly registered vehicles and report suspicious vehicles to the authorities.

The government’s decision follows a written plea from the Imo City Transport Drivers, who requested more time to comply with the directive to remove tinted glasses from their buses. Despite initial protests, the government granted a final 14-day extension, which expires today .