NPF present cash assistance to families of slain officers in Jigawa
The Jigawa State Police Command has presented 59 cheques amounting to the sum of N31,450,025.16k to families of fallen police officers.
Spokesman of the command, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, disclosed this in a press statement issued to DAILY POST.
CP Dahiru presented the cheques on behalf of the Inspector General of Police under the Group Life Assurance (GLA) and IGP Family Welfare Scheme to the fifty-nine (59) families of police officers who died while in active service.
He said the gesture is part of the ongoing welfare initiative of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, aimed at providing financial relief and moral support to the families of officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
He, however, described the fallen officers as “heroes who laid down their lives in defense of peace, justice, and the unity of the nation.” He emphasized that their sacrifices would never be forgotten and that the Nigeria Police Force remains firmly committed to ensuring that the welfare and well-being of their dependents are adequately catered for.
CP Dahiru Muhammad urged the beneficiaries to make prudent and judicious use of the funds for the benefit of their families and dependents.
He further reiterated that the Nigeria Police Force, under the visionary leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, remains resolute in upholding the principles of discipline, accountability, and welfare enhancement for both serving and retired personnel.
The CP assured that the Command will continue to support all initiatives aimed at improving personnel morale and family welfare.
Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mr. Surajo Shehu expressed deep appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police and the Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, for their compassion and unwavering commitment to the welfare of families left behind by deceased officers.
He pledged that the money received would be used responsibly and meaningfully to sustain the legacy and uphold the memory of their loved ones.
