The Nigeria Police Force has released financial assistance to the families of police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in Osun State. The cheques, totalling N13,531,081.10, were presented to the beneficiaries by the Osun State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Zungura, at the Command Headquarters in Osogbo. This intervention is part of the welfare measures of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
The presentation of cheques was attended by the beneficiaries and other police officials. CP Ibrahim Zungura commiserated with the bereaved families and acknowledged the sacrifices made by the deceased officers. He stated that the financial assistance was intended to provide some relief to the families, particularly as many of the deceased officers were responsible for the welfare and upkeep of their dependants.
The Osun State Commissioner of Police urged the beneficiaries to deploy the funds judiciously, especially towards pressing family needs and other areas that could ease the burden arising from the loss of their loved ones. Zungura stressed that the gesture reflected the commitment of the police authorities to the welfare of serving personnel and the families of officers who paid the ultimate price in the course of duty.
According to CP Ibrahim Zungura, the administration of the Inspector-General of Police would continue to prioritise the welfare of police personnel and ensure that the dependants of fallen officers receive appropriate support. He further assured the beneficiaries that the Osun State Police Command would continue to assist the families within its capacity.
The Nigeria Police Force's welfare measures for its personnel and their families have been a major focus of the current administration. The release of N13.53 million in financial assistance is a testament to this commitment. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has been at the forefront of implementing measures to improve the welfare of police personnel.
The event at the Osun State Police Command Headquarters in Osogbo was a demonstration of the police authorities' efforts to support the families of fallen officers. CP Ibrahim Zungura prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved families, urging them to remain proud of the contributions of their deceased relatives to the security and safety of the nation.
The Nigeria Police Force's gesture is a commendable effort to support the families of officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The release of N13.53 million in financial assistance will go a long way in providing relief to the bereaved families. The police authorities have reiterated their commitment to the welfare of serving personnel and the families of fallen officers.
Key points
- The Nigeria Police Force releases N13.53 million to families of officers who died in line of duty in Osun State.
- The financial assistance is part of the welfare measures of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
- The Osun State Police Command will continue to assist the families of fallen officers within its capacity.
