By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Borno State Police Command has paid out N20,137,770.34 to families of officers who died while serving the nation.
The amount was released to nine beneficiaries under the Group Life Insurance Scheme. The presentation took place during a cheque handover ceremony. According to the command, the support is meant to assist the families with education, healthcare and other welfare needs.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Nahum Daso, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Thursday.
The Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, Ibrahim Sumaila, stood in for the Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmajid, at the ceremony. He also delivered a message from the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The message stressed that the Force places high value on the welfare of its personnel and their families.
“The Group Life Insurance Scheme is a testament to the IGP’s commitment to supporting officers who made the ultimate sacrifice for national peace and security,” DCP Sumaila said. He advised the beneficiaries to make careful use of the money.
A representative of the families, Mr. Modu Ishaku, expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General for the support. He assured that the funds would be used judiciously.
This payment comes after a similar exercise in January 2026, when about N18.38 million was distributed to another nine families of fallen officers.
The Group Life Assurance Scheme provides financial assistance to families of deceased police personnel across the country.
