Hanny Henry
Families of 33 police officers who lost their lives in active service have received financial support under the Inspector-General of Police Group Life Assurance Scheme in Adamawa State.
The Adamawa State Police Command presented the life assurance cheques to the next of kin of the fallen officers as part of efforts by the Nigeria Police Force to provide relief and support to families left behind by personnel who died in the line of duty.
The Commissioner of Police in Adamawa State, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, presented the cheques on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony, Hassan described the deceased officers as gallant men and women who served the country with dedication and paid the supreme price in the course of their duties.
He said the Group Life Assurance Scheme was part of the Nigeria Police Force’s welfare package designed to provide financial assistance and succour to the families of deceased personnel.
The commissioner condoled with the families and said the gesture was a demonstration of the Force’s appreciation for the sacrifices made by the fallen officers.
He assured the beneficiaries of the Command’s continued support and prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed officers.
Some of the beneficiaries thanked the Inspector-General of Police and the Adamawa State Police Command for the intervention, describing the support as timely and encouraging.
The ceremony was attended by senior police officers, representatives of the bereaved families and other stakeholders.
The presentation underscores the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force to strengthen the welfare of its personnel and provide support to families of officers who lose their lives while serving the nation.
