NPF PRESENTS CHEQUE TO OVER 1000 FAMILY OF FALLEN HEROES

 

Deborah Makoji 

Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has presented insurance cheques to over 1,000 families of fallen heroes in a gesture of appreciation for the sacrifices made by police officers who lost their lives in active service. 

The ceremony, held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, the Inspector General of Police,  Olukayode  Egbetokun, informed that the ceremony was part of the Group Life Assurance Scheme and the IGP Family Welfare Insurance Scheme.

This gesture highlights the NPF's recognition of the sacrifices made by its personnel and their families. It serves as a reminder that the institution values the contributions of its officers and is dedicated to providing support to their loved ones.

"In this phase of the exercise, we are presenting cheques amounting to N2,171,124,041.87k to 1,574 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased officers under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes. These benefits cover policy years from 2015 to 2025, including recoveries of claims that had remained outstanding for close to a decade. Through persistent engagement, we redeemed these claims to ensure that justice is done to the families who waited patiently for so long.

"Since I assumed office as the 22nd Inspector-General of Police, today marks the 11th phase of this welfare exercise. In that time, we have disbursed a cumulative #24.2 billion to 9,735 families of our fallen heroes. This is more than a statutory duty; it is a sacred trust - a trust to ensure that the memory of our departed officers remains alive and their families are not left behind. 

Earlier, the Force Insurance officer, ACP Ameh Lydia Enemona noted that the ceremony is not just another official function but a solemn duty of remembrance and responsibility. 

" We are here to reaffirm that the Nigeria Police Force does not abandon its own. We honour the legacy of our departed colleagues not only in words but through deliberate action that provides support to those they left behind.

"To the families here today, I extend my deepest condolences. We know the void left by your loved ones cannot be filled by any monetary sum. Yet, these cheques are a symbol of our collective gratitude and a pledge that you remain part of the Nigeria Police family.