Bauchi State Police Command presents ₦12.1m in cheques to families of fallen officers under the welfare scheme.
The Bauchi State Police Command has officially presented financial compensation totaling ₦12,136,940.60 to the next of kin and beneficiaries of deceased officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Led by Bauchi State Commissioner of Police Sani-Omolori Aliyu, the handover ceremony took place at the command headquarters in Bauchi, offering vital financial relief to the bereaved relatives.
The disbursement forms part of the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Scheme, according to information published by punchng.
Bauchi Police Distribute ₦12.1m to Deceased Officers Families
State Police Public Relations Officer SP Nafiu Habib disclosed that the command received a total of 36 cheques from the Insurance Unit of the Department of Finance and Administration at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.
Speaking during the event, Commissioner Sani-Omolori Aliyu explained that the financial intervention highlights the dedication of the police leadership to the welfare of personnel and their dependents.
Inspector-General Olatunji Rilwan Disu Champions Police Welfare
Commissioner Aliyu noted that the compassionate gesture demonstrates the unwavering commitment of Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu to supporting families after the passing of officers.
He emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force will consistently prioritize the prompt settlement of entitlements to ease the burdens carried by grieving families across the nation.
Beneficiaries Urged to Utilize Funds for Education and Wellbeing
During the Bauchi presentation, CP Aliyu advised beneficiaries to make judicious use of the financial support, specifically directing the funds toward household wellbeing and children education.
Representing other recipients, some family members expressed deep gratitude to Inspector-General Disu and Commissioner Aliyu, describing the intervention as a vital source of hope and succour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who received the ₦12.1m cheques in Bauchi?
The next of kin and beneficiaries of deceased police officers who died in the line of duty received the cheques in Bauchi.
Which police scheme funded the Bauchi payment?
The payment was funded through the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Scheme under Inspector-General Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
How many cheques were distributed by the Bauchi State Police Command?
The Bauchi State Police Command distributed 36 cheques amounting to ₦12,136,940.60 to eligible beneficiaries.
