By Hassan Zaggi
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed his determination to improve the welfare of both retired and serving officers of the Force.
To this end, he has initiated measures to review and improve the pension regime for retired police personnel.
A statement by the Force Spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi (ACP), recalled that since assumption of office, the IGP has demonstrated unusual determination to addressing the welfare concerns of Police Officers.
It further recalled that the IGP had invited retired and serving Police Officers as well as pension experts sometime in 2023 to a meeting where pending issues pertaining to Police Pensions were addressed.
This is with a view to exploring all available means of improving Police pensions.
Upon careful scrutiny of the pending bill alongside legal and pension experts, the IGP advised a cautious approach, identifying potential challenges in the proposed pension scheme.
In light of these lingering concerns, the statement assured that the IGP remained steadfast in tirelessly advocating for the best interests of the Force.
“The newly formed team has therefore been entrusted with formulating a pension system that ensures every retiring police officer receives the very best for a robust post-service life.
“This strategic move aims to alleviate the hardships often faced by officers, post-retirement,” the statement stressed..
The statement quoted that IGP as reassuring all officers, both serving and retired, that the current administration prioritizes the enhancement of police officers’ welfare, particularly concerning retirement benefits.
The IGP remains resolute in ensuring a pension scheme that secures the financial well-being of officers, reinforcing the core values of commitment and service to the nation.
The IGP therefore, called for calm among serving officers and retirees, urging all to align with the leadership of the Force as efforts are underway to craft a pension regime that better serves the interests of police retirees.
Solidarity and cooperation with the Force’s leadership during this period, the statement reiterated, will ensure the development of a workable Police Pension Scheme that comprehensively addresses the needs of esteemed retired Police Officers of the Force.
