The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has presented a whooping N1.5 Billion insurance money to widows and next-of-kins of policemen who died in the line of duty.
The benefits, according to IGP were given to the relatives of 727 fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty for the nation.
The police boss noted that the event encompasses the disbursement of funds under the Group Life Assurance Policy for the 2018/2019, 2021/2022, and 2022/2023 insurance periods, alongside the Inspector General of Police Family Welfare Insurance Scheme for the 2022/2023 insurance year.
According to him, the collective sum, amounting to One Billion, Five Hundred and Ninety-Four Million, Six Hundred and Twenty-Five Thousand, One Hundred and Fifty-One Naira, Sixty-Six kobo (N1,594,625,151.66k) only, symbolizes their commitment and gratitude towards those who have valiantly served the nation.
The occasion represents the fifth installment in the ongoing series of cheque presentations since the beginning of this administration, and notably, the second such event in the year 2024.
“Today’s ceremony stands as a poignant testament to the unwavering dedication of the current police leadership towards the welfare of the families of our fallen colleagues.
“It serves as a solemn pledge to all serving personnel that neither the nation nor the Force will abandon them.
“The first category comprises cheques amounting to Fifty-Five Million, Seven Hundred and Sixty-Three Thousand, Forty Naira, Ninety-Five Kobo (₦55,763,040.95) for Three Hundred and Eleven (311) beneficiaries.
The Inspector General of Police, in his speech, added: “To the dependents of our other late colleagues who have yet to receive their complete entitlements or be included in our records, I want to provide a steadfast assurance.
“This administration is fully committed to resolving all pending claims and backlogs that existed before June 2023, when we assumed office. We vow to continue our efforts without pause until every due benefit has been rightfully disbursed.
“Once more, I wish to extend my profound commendation to the officers and men of the Force Insurance Section for their relentless commitment and exemplary service. I also want to express my sincere gratitude to all our partner insurance companies.”
Force Insurance Officer, CSP Lydia Ameh, commended the IGP for his commitment to paying insurance claim to families of deceased policemen.
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