₦2.4 Billion Lifeline: Police Honour Fallen Heroes as IGP Disu Strengthens Welfare Drive

In a demonstration of commitment to the welfare of officers and their families, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has presented cheques totaling over ₦2.4 billion to 1,075 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased officers.

The disbursement, held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, spans multiple policy years from 2018 to 2026 under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes, including longstanding insurance claims that had previously remained unsettled.

Force Insurance Officer, ACP Lydia Ameh, described the move as a decisive step to clear inherited backlogs and restore confidence in the system. She emphasized that the payments reflect renewed efforts for accountability, transparency, and prompt settlement of officers’ entitlements.

For IGP Disu, the ceremony went beyond routine administrative duties. He described it as a solemn tribute to officers who gave their lives in service to the nation and reiterated that personnel welfare remains central to his leadership.

IGP Disu also assured that the Force would continue implementing reforms aimed at strengthening welfare structures, reducing bureaucratic delays, and leveraging technology to ensure faster and more transparent claims processing.

The Nigeria Police Force highlighted that this initiative underscores its enduring responsibility to support the families of fallen heroes, whose sacrifices continue to safeguard the nation’s peace and security.