Latest
Police distribute N62.6m to families of deceased officers
The Nigeria Police Force has presented cheques worth N62.6 million to families of policemen who died in active service in Kogi.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Edward Egbuka, presented the cheques to the beneficiaries.
A statement issued on Thursday in Lokoja by the state police command’s Spokesman, SP William Ovye-Aya, said that the money was approved by Inspector General of Police (IG-P), Usman Alkali.
Egbuka said the money was from the group life insurance claims of the officers who died.
He appreciated the IG-P for the prompt release of the money, saying it will assist in reducing the hardship faced by families of the deceased officers.
The commissioner enjoined the families to make judicious use of the money and ensure that the children left behind receive proper education, to ensure brighter future for them.
Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mrs Khadijat Momoh, thanked the IG-P for the gesture and promised to make best use of the the money to support their families.
-
Politics1 week agoPRP presidential primary heads to court as aspirant challenges Donald Duke’s nomination
-
Politics1 week agoWike-backed Lagos PDP extends olive branch to Bode George ahead of 2027 realignment
-
Latest5 days agoAlleged xenophobic attack claims life of Malawian street vendor in South Africa
-
Football2 days agoAfrica breaks World Cup record with seven teams in knockout stage
-
Aviation6 days agoHeading through the storm: Multiple taxes, complex leasing drag on Nigerian carriers
-
Latest7 days agoTroops close in on forest hideout as search continues for abducted Oyo schoolchildren
-
Energy1 week agoGlobal oil prices fall after U.S.–Iran talks
-
Comments and Issues4 days agoNorway’s Rowing Celebration Captures The Spirit Of The World Cup