Borno State Commissioner of Police presenting cheques to families of fallen officers

The Commissioner of Police in Borno State, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, has approved the disbursement of ₦18.38 million to families of police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The payment was made under the Nigeria Police Force Group Life Assurance Scheme, a welfare programme designed to support the families of fallen officers.

According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, a total of ₦18,384,135.84 was distributed to nine beneficiaries, including next-of-kin and immediate family members of deceased personnel.

The statement described the officers as men who “paid the supreme price while serving the nation with courage, dedication, and professionalism.”

Speaking during the cheque presentation ceremony on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, CP Abdulmajid reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to the welfare of serving officers and their families.

He urged beneficiaries to use the funds responsibly, advising that the money be invested in education, healthcare, and the general wellbeing of their households.

IGP Commended for Sustaining Welfare Scheme

The Commissioner also commended the Inspector-General of Police for sustaining the Group Life Assurance Scheme, noting that it provides critical financial relief and long-term stability for families affected by the loss of their breadwinners.

He described the initiative as a key pillar of morale-building within the Force, particularly for officers operating in high-risk environments like Borno State.

Borno State remains one of Nigeria’s most security-challenged regions, where police officers regularly face life-threatening risks.

Welfare interventions such as the Group Life Assurance Scheme help cushion the impact of these sacrifices on families left behind.