By Miriam Humbe
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Wednesday presented cheques to 1,075 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased police officers under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes, at a ceremony held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.
DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the
Force Public Relations Officer disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday.
The cheques, amounting to a total sum of Two Billion, Four Hundred and Thirty-Five Million, Four Hundred and Twenty-One Thousand, Five Hundred and Eighty-Four Naira, Eleven Kobo, (₦2,435,421,584.11), cover policy years 2018/2019, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023, as well as 2024/2025 and 2025/2026, including outstanding insurance claims recovered from previous years.
The Force Insurance Officer, ACP Lydia Ameh, stated that the disbursement reflects the determination of the IGP Olatunji Disu to prioritize the welfare of officers and their families.
She noted that the payments represent recoveries from long-standing insurance obligations and emphasized that decisive steps have been taken to ensure compliance by insurance providers and prevent delays in claims settlement.
She reaffirmed the commitment of the Force Insurance Unit to efficient, transparent, and accountable service delivery.
The IGP described the ceremony as a solemn recognition of the sacrifices made by officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, noting that the welfare of personnel remains a central pillar of his administration.
He emphasized that the presentation goes beyond financial support, representing the Force’s enduring obligation to honour the courage, service, and commitment of its fallen heroes while standing firmly by their families.
IGP Olatunji Disu assured that efforts would be intensified to strengthen welfare frameworks, improve administrative efficiency, and eliminate delays in the processing and disbursement of benefits.
He further noted that the Force will leverage modern technology to enhance transparency, streamline claims processing, and ensure accountability in welfare administration.
The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to the welfare of its personnel and the families of fallen officers, recognizing that their sacrifices remain invaluable to the peace, security, and stability of the nation.
