IGP Disu Presents ₦2.32bn Welfare Benefits to Families of Fallen Police Officers

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, on Thursday, 3rd September 2026, presented cheques totalling ₦2,317,177,094.00 to 2,971 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased Police Officers under the Group Life Assurance, Group Personal Accident and IGP Family Welfare Schemes.
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The beneficiaries comprise families of Police Officers who died in service and are covered under the 2017/2018, 2018/2019, 2020/2021, 2021/2022, 2022/2023 and 2024/2025 insurance policy years. The payments also include outstanding balances recovered from insurance companies following earlier partial settlements.

Speaking at the presentation, the IGP described the exercise as more than the disbursement of financial benefits, noting that it represents the institutional responsibility owed to families of officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to Nigeria. He stressed that while no financial benefit can replace a lost loved one, the payments provide practical support and reaffirm the Force’s commitment to their families.

The IGP noted that Police personnel continue to operate in a highly challenging security environment, with officers making significant sacrifices in the line of duty across the country. He assured the families of fallen officers that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to recognising their sacrifices and exploring legitimate avenues of support for their welfare and that of their dependants.

Reaffirming welfare as a cardinal priority of his administration, IGP Disu stated that the Force will continue to pursue initiatives aimed at improving personnel welfare, working conditions, healthcare, accommodation and other legitimate benefits due to serving personnel and their families. He further directed the Force Insurance Unit to intensify sensitisation across Commands and Formations to ensure that officers and their families are adequately informed about their insurance benefits and the processes for accessing them.

The Force Insurance Officer, ACP Lydia Ameh, appreciated the IGP for his support and leadership in prioritising the resolution of outstanding insurance claims and improving access to benefits for Police personnel and their families. She noted that the progress recorded by the Force Insurance Unit in recovering pending entitlements and strengthening claims administration reflects the importance attached to ensuring that eligible beneficiaries receive their legitimate benefits.

She reaffirmed the Unit’s commitment to improving the efficiency of the insurance process, intensifying awareness among personnel and safeguarding the interests of Police families.

The IGP also commended the Force’s insurance partners for their cooperation and urged them to ensure prompt settlement of legitimate claims, noting that timely insurance payments can serve as a vital lifeline to families that have lost their breadwinners.

NAF

The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to the welfare, dignity and wellbeing of its personnel and their families, while ensuring that the sacrifices of officers who gave their lives in service to the nation are never forgotten.

CSP ANI INIEDU, anipr
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
3rd September, 2026
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IGP Disu Unveils NPF, NPF–MTN CUG Network to Strengthen Fraud Response, Police Communication

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, Tuesday, 1st September 2026, launched the Nigeria Police Force Vigilant App and the NPF–MTN Closed User Group (CUG) Network at the NPF Conference Centre, Jabi, Abuja, to strengthen public engagement, financial-fraud reporting, secure communication and operational response.
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The event was attended by representatives of the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, members of the Police Service Commission board, Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System, financial institutions, fintech companies, MTN Nigeria, Vigilant Technology Limited, TIMPH International Limited, and other relevant partners.

The NPF Vigilant App is a citizen-facing platform developed by the Force ICT Department in collaboration with stakeholders in the financial-services ecosystem to facilitate prompt reporting of suspected financial fraud. The App enables users to submit reports, upload relevant evidence, track cases, and receive feedback, while supporting coordination with relevant institutions in line with extant laws and procedures.

The NPF–MTN CUG Network is a dedicated platform designed to provide police personnel nationwide with secure and affordable on-net communication. The initiative is expected to enhance communication, emergency coordination and operational response across commands and units.

In his remarks, the IGP described the initiatives as another practical step in the Force’s digital-transformation drive, noting that the Vigilant App will strengthen engagement with members of the public, while the CUG Network will improve communication within the Force. He stated that both platforms are intended to make the Nigeria Police Force more connected, responsive and effective.

The Inspector-General reiterated that technology remains an enabler of professional policing and must be deployed lawfully, ethically and responsibly, with due regard for citizens’ rights, privacy, data protection and accountability. He further reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to sustained collaboration with relevant institutions and the private sector in enhancing public safety and national security.

The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Information and Communication Technology, DIG Fayoade Adegoke Mustapha, stated that the initiatives demonstrate the Force’s resolve to deploy practical technology-driven solutions that improve service delivery, support personnel and strengthen public engagement. He urged Nigerians to download the NPF Vigilant App from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store and use it responsibly to report suspected financial fraud.

The Nigeria Police Force appreciates the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, NIBSS, financial institutions, fintech companies, MTN Nigeria, Vigilant Technology Limited, TIMPH International Limited and all other partners whose collaboration contributed to the successful launch of the initiatives.

Police

The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to deploying innovation and strategic partnerships to deliver more accessible, responsive, people-centred and effective policing services to all Nigerians.

CSP ANI INIEDU, anipr
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
1st September, 2026
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IGP Disu Participates in One-year Remembrance and Public Lecture in Honor of Late IGP Solomon Arase

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, 31st August 2026, participated in the public lecture organised to mark the one-year remembrance of the late Inspector-General of Police, IGP Solomon E. Arase (Rtd), PhD, CFR, NPM, FCIArb, fdc, who passed away on August 31, 2025.
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The lecture, themed ‘Policing, Good Governance, and National Development: The Strategic Role of Police Veterans in Building a Secure Nigeria,’ featured guest speakers drawn from retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force and close associates of the late IGP Arase (Rtd), including Professor Etannibi Alemika.

The event was attended by former Inspectors-General of Police, IGP Sunday Ehindero (Rtd) and IGP Mohammed Abubakar (Rtd), alongside other notable dignitaries, including the representative of the Governor of Akwa Ibom State; AIG Yemi Ogunyemilusi (Rtd); the chairman, Board of Trustees, Police Veterans’ Foundation, DIG Mohammed Yesufu (Rtd); the National President, Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Chief Mrs Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu; the widow of the late IGP, Mrs Agharese Arase; past Presidents of POWA; the representative of the Chairman, Police Service Commission; AIG Tunde Mobayo (Rtd), the representative of the Director, Veterans Affairs, Defence Headquarters, C.A. Baushe; and members of the Force Management Team, alongside other senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force, serving and retired.

In his opening remarks, the Chairman, Board of Trustees, Police Veterans’ Foundation, DIG Mohammed Yesufu (Rtd), described the late IGP as an exceptional leader whose founding and chairmanship of the Foundation reflected his enduring commitment to the welfare of retired police officers. He called for the establishment of a Veterans Affairs Department within the Nigeria Police Force to further advance the Foundation’s mandate and ensure that retired officers continue to benefit from relevant Federal Government programmes and support, in keeping with the legacy of the late IGP Arase.

In his tribute, IGP Disu described the late IGP Arase as a man who understood that policing is, at its core, about protecting people’s lives, respecting their dignity, and building public confidence in the police. He noted that the late IGP’s contributions to policing extended well beyond his years in service, describing him as a leader distinguished by service, intellect, integrity, humanity and sacrifice, whose legacy will continue to endure.

In her goodwill message, the National President, POWA, Chief Mrs Mutiat Disu, commended the late Veteran’s selfless service, citing in particular his unwavering scholarship support for children of fallen officers and his efforts to address the socio-economic challenges faced by retired personnel. She described him as an embodiment of peace, sacrifice, and professionalism under the most trying circumstances.

The event drew wide participation from retired police officers and associates of the late IGP, with discussions centered on good governance, leadership, and the continual growth of the Foundation. Participants appealed for the Police Veterans’ Foundation to be developed into a lasting, lifelong institution. The event concluded with the presentation of awards to beneficiaries, including Mrs Agharese Arase.

IGP Disu

The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its commitment to honoring its officers, particularly veterans who have served the nation with distinction, and reaffirms its dedication to strengthening ties between active and retired personnel of the Force.

CSP Ani Iniedu, anipr
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
31st August, 2026
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