By Uko Okon
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has presented cheques totaling N37,280,296.36 to families of 33 deceased officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
The cheques, issued under the IGP Family Welfare and Group Life Assurance Schemes, were presented by Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Azare, on behalf of Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun at the Command’s headquarters Ikot Akpan Abia on Tuesday.
Azare expressed gratitude to the IGP for the initiative, noting that the cheques would provide significant support to the families.
He acknowledged the IGP’s concern for the welfare of police personnel and assured that the police would continue its welfare schemes for officers.
“The police is relentless in its welfare scheme for its 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 urged the beneficiaries to utilize the funds wisely, emphasizing that the sacrifices of the deceased officers would never be forgotten.
In a related development, the command has pledged support for the retired police officers in Akwa Ibom.
The State Commissioner of Police, Azare made the pledge while playing to the National Association of the Retired Police Officers of Nigeria (NARPON) Akwa Ibom State Chapter at the command’s headquarters Ikot Akpan Abia on Tuesday.
He expressed gratitude to NARPON for their collaborative approach in addressing issues affecting retired police officers
Azare praised NARPON for choosing dialogue over protests, noting that this approach would lead to more lasting solutions.
He promised that the Akwa Ibom Police Command would support NARPON’s requests, including facilitating the acquisition of land for a permanent meeting hall.
Speaking earlier, the State Chairman of (NARPON), Chief Anselem Eyo expressed delight for the command’s effort in combating crimes in the state.
He urged the command to collaborate with the association in sharing experience that will aid security in the state.
