…Researched and contributed by Solomon Thomas.
The Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, through the Police Family Welfare Insurance Scheme, has presented N84.5 million cheques to 34 dependents of policemen who died in active service in Zamfara.
The cheques were presented by the acting Commissioner of Police, Ali Dabigi, on behalf of the IGP.
The Police chief stated that the funds provided by the insurance scheme would bring succour to the families of the deceased officers.
Assisting Families of Officers and Men
Baba added that the insurance scheme has been helping families of officers and men of the force, particularly those who died in active service.
The IGP commiserated with the relations and advised the beneficiaries to ensure they make judicious use of the money.
Hajia Fatima Muhammad, who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed appreciation to the IGP and the Zamfara Police command for making their families happy during the holy month of Ramadan.
She further assured that the beneficiaries would make good use of the money.
Significance of the IGP’s Gesture
The IGP’s gesture signifies that the welfare of the men and women of the Nigerian Police Force and their families is important to the leadership of the Force.
The Police Family Welfare Insurance Scheme aims to provide succour for families of deceased policemen and to ensure that they are not left to suffer after losing their loved ones.
The presentation of the cheques is a timely and welcome intervention, as it will alleviate the suffering of the beneficiaries and help them cope with the loss of their breadwinners.