By Our Reporter
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has distributed welfare cheques totalling ₦39,967,409.28 to the families and next of kin of 51 deceased police officers.
The intervention, aimed at providing financial support to the bereaved families, was carried out as part of the Nigeria Police Force’s welfare programme for families of deceased personnel.
The cheques were presented by the Commissioner of Police in Akwa Ibom State, CP Baba Azare, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police.
Azare said the beneficiaries were relatives of officers who had served the Nigeria Police Force and the country with dedication and courage before their deaths.
He said although no financial assistance could replace the lives of the deceased officers, the gesture demonstrated the Force’s recognition of their sacrifices and its commitment to supporting the families they left behind.
“While no amount of money can replace the lives of our departed colleagues, this intervention demonstrates that the Nigeria Police Force has not forgotten their service, sacrifice, or the families they left behind,” the commissioner said.
He conveyed the condolences of the Inspector-General of Police and the state command to the bereaved families and assured them of the Force’s continued support.
The commissioner urged the beneficiaries to use the funds judiciously, particularly for the welfare, education and development of their families and dependants.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Aniedi Joseph Etuk expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police and CP Azare for the assistance.
Etuk assured the commissioner that the beneficiaries would make prudent use of the financial support.
The presentation reflects the police institution’s welfare intervention for families of personnel who died after serving the Force.