The Kebbi State Police Command on Tuesday presented cheques worth ₦16,945,238.34 to families of 25 police officers who died in active service. The gesture, carried out under the Group Life Assurance Scheme and the Inspector General of Police Family Welfare Scheme, was aimed at easing the burden of the bereaved households.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Bello M. Sani, personally handed the cheques to the beneficiaries at a brief ceremony held at the Command Headquarters. He described the initiative as a demonstration of the police leadership’s commitment to supporting families of officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
In his remarks, CP Sani praised the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, for prioritising welfare and ensuring that the dependents of deceased officers are not left unattended. He noted that the 22nd indigenous police chief had consistently placed emphasis on improving the living conditions of serving and retired personnel, as well as their families.
The police commissioner urged the families to make prudent use of the funds, stressing that they should channel it towards the education and overall wellbeing of their children and dependents. He pointed out that the late officers had given their lives in service to the country, and it was only fitting that their loved ones were supported.
“The sacrifices of our fallen heroes will never be forgotten,” CP Sani said. “This is not just financial support; it is a reminder that the Nigeria Police Force stands with the families of those who died in the line of duty.”
The event, attended by relatives of the deceased officers and senior police officers, was marked with an atmosphere of gratitude and solemn reflection. Families of the beneficiaries expressed both relief and appreciation for the gesture.
Speaking on behalf of the recipients, Mal. Abbas Ibrahim thanked the Inspector-General of Police and the Kebbi Command for remembering the widows, children, and other dependents of the late officers. He noted that the funds would help cushion the pain of their loss and provide opportunities for the children left behind.
“This support will go a long way in helping us adjust and rebuild our lives after the painful departure of our loved ones,” Ibrahim said. “We are deeply grateful to the Inspector-General and the Commissioner of Police for this intervention.”
The presentation also underscored the broader welfare agenda of the current police leadership. The Inspector-General has, in recent months, reiterated his resolve to strengthen welfare initiatives, improve conditions of service, and uphold morale across the force.
The Kebbi Command reaffirmed that it would continue to support both serving personnel and families of deceased officers, stressing that the Nigeria Police Force values loyalty, service, and sacrifice.
