The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Thursday, November 16, 2023, successfully kicked off the presentation of cheques for Group Life Assurance and the IGP Family Welfare Scheme to 613 beneficiaries and next of kin of deceased police officers for the policy years 2020/2021, 2021/2022, and 2022/2023.
This was made known in a statement by the Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
In his remarks at the ceremony held at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, the IGP highlighted the importance of the event, emphasizing the administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of all officers including those serving, retired and deceased.
During his address, the IGP disclosed that the total amount involved in the two policies is N2,276,110,966.18 billion.
He said that the presentation was the third of such event since he assumed office.
The IGP, who condoled the families of the deceased officers, recognized the sacrifices made by the fallen heroes and added that the presentation of these cheques was a tangible way to acknowledge and support the families, providing financial relief to ease their burdens.
Acknowledging the exceptional efforts of the Force Insurance Unit and the collaborating insurance companies, the IGP commended their tireless work in ensuring the prompt settlement of claims to deserving beneficiaries.
The Inspector General of Police similarly extended gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritizing police welfare and ensuring the timely release of the premium for the insurance scheme.
