Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the payment of N2.4 billion to families of police officers who died in the line of duty, reinforcing efforts to support their welfare and honour their service.
The police chief made this known on Wednesday during a cheque presentation ceremony in Abuja, stating that the funds were released under the Group Life Assurance and the I-G Family Welfare Schemes.
He explained that the disbursement covers 1,075 beneficiaries, including next of kin of deceased personnel, across multiple policy years—2018/2019, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023, 2024/2025, and 2025/2026. Part of the payment, he noted, also addressed outstanding insurance claims that had been pending for years.
Disu emphasised that prioritising the welfare of officers remains a key focus of his administration, stressing the obligation of the Force to care for those who serve 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 initiative goes beyond financial assistance, describing it as a recognition of the courage and dedication of fallen 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.
The IGP also extended condolences to the affected families, assuring them of continued support from the Force.
“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.
