The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has distributed N2.4 billion to families of officers who lost their lives in active service, in a move aimed at supporting their welfare and recognising their sacrifice
Disu announced this on Wednesday during a cheque presentation ceremony in Abuja, explaining that the payments were made under the Group Life Assurance and the I-G Family Welfare Schemes.
According to him, the N2.4 billion will benefit 1,075 recipients, including next of kin of fallen officers, covering several policy periods—2018/2019, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023, 2024/2025, and 2025/2026. He noted that part of the funds also settled long-standing insurance obligations that had remained unpaid for years.
The police boss stressed that improving the welfare of personnel remains a top priority under his leadership, highlighting the duty of the institution to care for officers and their families.
“As I-G, the welfare of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force remains one of the central pillars of my administration. A police institution that calls upon its personnel to make the highest sacrifices must equally demonstrate responsibility and compassion towards them and their families,” he said.
He added that the disbursement is not just financial support but a tribute to the commitment and sacrifices of the deceased officers.
“This ceremony therefore represents more than the presentation of financial benefits. It is a solemn acknowledgement of the courage, commitment, and ultimate sacrifices made by officers who served this nation with honour,” he stated.
Disu also extended his condolences to the bereaved families, assuring them of the Force’s continued support.
“Their service and sacrifice will forever remain etched in the history of our force and in the memory of our nation. Today’s presentation therefore symbolises our enduring obligation to stand by the families they left behind,” he added.
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