By our Reporter
IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, Inspector-General of Police, on Wednesday presented cheques worth over ₦2.4 billion to families and next-of-kin of deceased police officers, reaffirming the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to personnel welfare.
The presentation, held at the Force Headquarters, saw a total of 1,075 beneficiaries receive payments under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes.
The cheques, amounting to ₦2,435,421,584.11, cover multiple policy years, including 2018/2019 through 2025/2026, as well as outstanding insurance claims recovered from previous years.
Speaking at the event, the Force Insurance Officer, Lydia Ameh, said the disbursement reflects the IGP’s determination to prioritise the welfare of officers and their families. She explained that the payments include recoveries from long-standing insurance obligations and noted that measures have been put in place to ensure compliance by insurance providers and prevent delays in claims settlement.
According to her, the Force Insurance Unit remains committed to efficient, transparent and accountable service delivery.
In his remarks, Disu described the ceremony as a solemn recognition of the sacrifices made by officers who died in the line of duty. He stressed that the welfare of personnel remains a central focus of his administration.
The IGP said the gesture goes beyond financial support, noting that it represents the Force’s enduring obligation to honour the courage and service of fallen officers while supporting their families.
He further assured that efforts would be intensified to strengthen welfare frameworks, improve administrative efficiency and eliminate delays in the processing of benefits. He added that modern technology would be deployed to enhance transparency and streamline claims administration.
The Nigeria Police Force reiterated its commitment to the welfare of its personnel, stating that the sacrifices of fallen officers remain vital to the peace, security and stability of the nation.
