By Miriam Humbe
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu on Thursday, presented cheques totalling ₦2,317,177,094.00 to 2,971 beneficiaries and Next-Of-Kin of deceased Police Officers under the Group Life Assurance, Group Personal Accident and IGP Family Welfare Schemes.
CSP Ani Iniedu, the Force Public Relations Officer disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday.
The beneficiaries comprised families of Police Officers who died in service and are covered under the 2017/2018, 2018/2019, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023 and 2024/2025 insurance policy years.
The payments also include outstanding balances recovered from insurance companies following earlier partial settlements.
The IGP described the exercise as more than the disbursement of financial benefits, noting that it represents the institutional responsibility owed to families of officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to Nigeria.
He stressed that while no financial benefit can replace a lost loved one, the payments provide practical support and reaffirm the Force’s commitment to their families.
The IGP noted that Police personnel continue to operate in a highly challenging security environment, with officers making significant sacrifices in the line of duty across the country.
He assured the families of fallen officers that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to recognising their sacrifices and exploring legitimate avenues of support for their welfare and that of their dependants.
Reaffirming welfare as a cardinal priority of his administration, IGP Disu stated that the Force will continue to pursue initiatives aimed at improving personnel welfare, working conditions, healthcare, accommodation and other legitimate benefits due to serving personnel and their families.
He further directed the Force Insurance Unit to intensify sensitisation across Commands and Formations to ensure that officers and their families are adequately informed about their insurance benefits and the processes for accessing them.
The Force Insurance Officer, ACP Lydia Ameh, appreciated the IGP for his support and leadership in prioritising the resolution of outstanding insurance claims and improving access to benefits for Police personnel and their families.
She noted that the progress recorded by the Force Insurance Unit in recovering pending entitlements and strengthening claims administration reflects the importance attached to ensuring that eligible beneficiaries receive their legitimate benefits.
She reaffirmed the Unit’s commitment to improving the efficiency of the insurance process, intensifying awareness among personnel and safeguarding the interests of Police families.
The IGP also commended the Force’s insurance partners for their cooperation and urged them to ensure prompt settlement of legitimate claims, noting that timely insurance payments can serve as a vital lifeline to families that have lost their breadwinners.
The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to the welfare, dignity and wellbeing of its personnel and their families, while ensuring that the sacrifices of officers who gave their lives in service to the nation are never forgotten.
