The Adamawa State Police Command has presented 25 cheques totalling ₦9,238,237.23 to families of police officers who lost their lives while serving the country.
The cheques were handed over at the command’s headquarters in Yola, according to a statement released on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje.
Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Administration, John D. Sendere, represented the Commissioner of Police, Kabir Umar Hassan, during the presentation.
The financial support was provided through the Police Group Life Assurance Scheme and the Inspector General of Police’s Family Welfare Scheme, which offer assistance to families of officers who die in service.
During the event, Sendere conveyed the commissioner’s condolences to the beneficiaries and acknowledged the sacrifices made by the deceased officers in the line of duty.
He also encouraged the families to make good use of the money, particularly in meeting their essential needs as they cope with the loss of their loved ones.
