…Discusses future of Police Pensions
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, held an interactive session with retired police officers and Nigeria Police Pensions stakeholders at the Police Resource Centre in Jabi, Abuja, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Addressing urgent issues on police pension plans, financial stability, and the well-being of retired police officers who have devoted their lives to serving our country, the conference brought together a wide range of retired people and stakeholders.
The Inspector-General of Police, during his remarks, acknowledged the current challenges arising from the contributory pension scheme and finds it imperative to address these issues and create a sustainable framework that better caters to the needs of retired officers and their families. The IGP hopes that through these deliberations, a solution can be effectively implemented to enhance the livelihood of retired officers.
The IGP reiterates the commitment of the Force to ensuring that those who have served honourably are provided with the respect and benefits they deserve, fostering dignity for all police personnel both during service and upon retirement. The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its dedication to the welfare of its officers and is committed to working collaboratively to achieve a just and equitable pension system.
Present at the interactive session was the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, mni (Rtd), who gave a review of global issues on retirement, pension, remuneration, and compensation principles and practices to serve as a guide in deliberating on the way forward. Others present at the event were the Hon. Commissioner 1, Police Service Commission, Hon. Justice Paul Adamu; Deputy Inspectors-General of Police & Members of the Force Management Team; the National President of the Association of Retired Police Officers, AIG Paul Ochonu (Rtd), and other serving senior police officers.
