Police disburse N20m to families of fallen officers in Borno
The Borno State Police Command has distributed ₦20.1 million to families of officers who died while serving the country. The payment was made under the Group Life Insurance Scheme during a presentation ceremony for nine beneficiaries. Officials said the support is meant to help the families handle welfare needs such as schooling, medical care, and […]
Police present N48.9m cheques to families of deceased officers in Niger
The Nigeria Police Force has presented cheques worth ₦48.9 million to the families of police personnel who died in active service in Niger State. The financial support is part of the Force’s insurance and welfare scheme designed to assist relatives of officers who lost their lives while protecting the nation. During the presentation, the state […]
NPF present cash assistance to families of slain officers in Jigawa
The Jigawa State Police Command has handed over 59 cheques totaling N31,450,025.16 to families of police officers who died in the line of duty. The gesture was part of the ongoing welfare initiatives of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, under the Group Life Assurance (GLA) and IGP Family Welfare Scheme. CP Dahiru Muhammad, […]
‘Act of greed, insensitivity’ – Peter Obi on pay rise for politicians
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticized the plan to increase salaries for Nigerian politicians. The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) recently suggested a pay rise for political office holders across the country. Reacting through his official X handle, Obi questioned why such an idea should even be considered at a […]
Police present N14.1m to families of deceased officers in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has provided N14.1 million in financial support to families of officers who lost their lives or sustained injuries while serving in the line of duty. A total of N14,120,491.70 was handed out during a short event held at the Command Headquarters in Sokoto. The money came from different police welfare […]
CP urges discipline as over 1,000 police officers promoted in Kano
More than 1,000 police officers in Kano State have been promoted to higher ranks. The promotion ceremony took place on Monday and was led by the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, who also decorated the officers. During the event, CP Bakori congratulated the officers and encouraged them to remain disciplined and committed to […]
Poor welfare: IGP meets protesting retired police officers
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, recently met with a group of retired police officers who took to the streets of Abuja to protest poor welfare conditions after retirement. The meeting between the police boss and the retired officers happened at the Peacekeeping Hall inside the Force Headquarters in Abuja, according to a report by […]
Retired police officer says he has received only N1.7m upon retirement after 35 years of service (video)
A retired Nigerian police officer has expressed deep disappointment after receiving just ₦1.7 million as his retirement benefit, despite serving the country for 35 years. The officer, who expected better compensation for his decades of loyal service, says the amount is not enough to support his basic needs. This revelation came as several retired officers […]
Sanwo-Olu, Egbetokun Perform Groundbreaking For New Police Quarters At Ijeh
In a historic move to improve the welfare of police officers in Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, have initiated the construction of 2,200 modern housing units at the Ijeh Police Barracks in Ikoyi. This development signifies a strong commitment to addressing long-standing challenges in police welfare and enhancing […]