The Borno State Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmajid, has released N18,384,135.8 to nine families of police personnel who lost their lives while serving in the state.
The state police command disclosed that the disbursement was carried out under the Nigeria Police Force Group Life Assurance Scheme (GLAS).
Speaking on Friday in Maiduguri, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Nahum Daso, said, “The beneficiaries comprise the next-of-kin and family members of police officers who paid the supreme price, while serving the nation with courage, dedication, and professionalism in the state.”
Daso explained that the N18.38 million forms part of several welfare packages paid to the next-of-kin of deceased officers as hazardous duty benefits.
The ASP reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF) resolve to prioritise the welfare of its personnel and their dependants.
Abdulmajid, who stood in for the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, emphasised that the well-being of officers and their families remains a major priority of the Force.
The police commissioner described GLAS as a strong reflection of Egbetokun’s compassion, accountability, and exemplary leadership, recognising officers who paid the supreme price in the course of safeguarding the nation’s peace and security.
He advised the families to prudently apply the funds already received towards education, healthcare, and the general well-being of their household members across different communities.
Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, Usman Lawan expressed gratitude to the IGP and the Force leadership for the humane gesture, pledging that the money would be properly utilised for the benefit of all family members.
Meanwhile, Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has praised the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, for initiating a policy that posts police officers to serve in their states of origin.
Otti gave the commendation in the state on Thursday while hosting 31 newly commissioned police officers of the 7th Regular Course of the Nigerian Police Academy, who hail from Abia and have been deployed to the state.
He described the policy as noble, fantastic, and well-intentioned, noting that it would allow indigenous officers to leverage their knowledge of local language and culture in carrying out their duties, fostering smooth interaction with residents across communities while combating crime and criminality.
He said, “It is a fantastic policy to post officers to their home states. You know all the nooks and crannies of where you come from.
“If they had posted you to Maiduguri, maybe before you settle down and get used to the culture, the language would also be a barrier.
“So here, if they are speaking any language, you will understand. So, there are a lot of advantages.
“I would like to use this opportunity to salute the IGP and his team for that policy. It’s a great policy, and we welcome it.”
