The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reiterated the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to improving the welfare of retired police officers.
This pledge was made during an interactive session with retired police officers and stakeholders of the Nigeria Police Pensions at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja, on Tuesday.
The conference aimed to address pressing concerns regarding police pension schemes, financial security, and the welfare of retired officers.
IGP Egbetokun acknowledged the challenges arising from the current contributory pension scheme and emphasized the need to create a sustainable framework that better caters to the needs of retired officers and their families.
Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, presented a review of global issues on retirement, pension, and compensation principles.
Other notable attendees included Hon Commissioner 1, Police Service Commission, Hon Justice Paul Adamu, and the National President of the Association of Retired Police Officers, AIG Paul Ochonu.
IGP Egbetokun expressed his hope that the deliberations would yield a solution to enhance the livelihood of retired officers.
He reaffirmed the Force’s commitment to ensuring that retired officers receive the respect and benefits they deserve, fostering dignity for all police personnel both during service and upon retirement.
