Akwa Ibom CP, Baba Azare , presenting a cheque to the bereaved family of an officer who died while in service
By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo –
Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, has presented cheques of over N37m to families of deceased officers who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty.
The cheques issued on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun are part of the IGP Family Welfare and Group Life Assurance Schemes presented to 33) beneficiaries who are next-of-kin to deceased officers.
Azare while presenting the cheques to the beneficiaries, expressed his appreciation for the IGP’s stating that the cheques will help the families tremendously and serve as a reminder that even if their loved ones are no longer with them, the sacrifices they made can never be forgotten.
He acknowledged the deep sense of concern of the Inspector General of Police, especially on the wellbeing of the officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force.
He assured that the police would continue to be relentless in the welfare scheme for their personnel, and will not back down on the initiative, especially for all deceased officers who sacrificed their lives fighting for the peace and progress of the country.
The CP admonished the beneficiaries to make good use of the money given to them.
