The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has pledged sweeping reforms in police welfare administration after disbursing ₦2.4 billion to families of fallen officers, with a focus on transparency and faster claims processing.
The cheques were presented to 1,075 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased police personnel under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes at a ceremony held at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, in a statement on Wednesday, said the total sum of ₦2,435,421,584.11 covers multiple policy years, including outstanding insurance claims.
“The cheques, amounting to a total sum of ₦2,435,421,584.11, were presented to 1,075 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased officers under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes,” he said.
He explained that the payments span several policy periods and include previously unresolved claims.
“The disbursement covers policy years 2018/2019, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023, as well as 2024/2025 and 2025/2026, including outstanding insurance claims recovered from previous years,” Placid stated.
According to him, the exercise reflects the renewed commitment of the police leadership to prioritising the welfare of its personnel and their families.
“The Inspector-General of Police has demonstrated a firm commitment to the welfare of officers and their families, ensuring that long-standing insurance obligations are addressed,” he said.
Placid noted that decisive measures had been implemented to improve efficiency and accountability in the system.
“Decisive steps have been taken to ensure compliance by insurance providers and to prevent delays in the settlement of claims, while strengthening transparency and accountability in welfare administration,” he added.
He further quoted the IGP as describing the gesture as a solemn recognition of the sacrifices made by fallen officers.
“The Inspector-General of Police described the ceremony as a solemn recognition of the sacrifices made by officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, noting that the welfare of personnel remains a central pillar of his administration,” Placid said.
He added that the disbursement goes beyond financial compensation.
“He emphasised that the presentation goes beyond financial support, representing the Force’s enduring obligation to honour the courage, service and commitment of its fallen heroes while standing firmly by their families,” he stated.
Placid said the police boss also outlined plans to deepen reforms in welfare administration.
“The IGP assured that efforts would be intensified to strengthen welfare frameworks, improve administrative efficiency and eliminate delays in the processing and disbursement of benefits,” he said.
He added that technology would play a key role in the reforms.
“He further noted that the Force will leverage modern technology to enhance transparency, streamline claims processing and ensure accountability in welfare administration,” Placid stated.
Reaffirming the institution’s stance, Placid said the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to the well-being of its personnel.
“The Nigeria Police Force reiterates its commitment to the welfare of its personnel and the families of fallen officers, recognising that their sacrifices remain invaluable to the peace, security and stability of the nation,” he added.
