The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to prioritising the welfare of its personnel and providing continuous support to the families of its departed heroes.

This was made known as the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, attended the presentation of financial support to the families of fallen heroes of the Armed Forces and the Nigeria Police Force, Organised by the Office of the First Lady of Nigeria through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme, the event took place at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja.

According to the report, this is the second edition of the initiative targeting families of security personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty since the inception of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

Over one thousand six-hundred and thirty-eight families of deceased police officers received financial empowerment packages designed to help rebuild their livelihoods and cater to their dependents.

While Delivering the vote of thanks on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force and the Armed Forces, IGP Disu expressed his gratitude to President Tinubu and the First Lady for the intervention, describing it as a profound demonstration of national gratitude and compassion.

The IGP noted that the Renewed Hope Initiative goes beyond just policy, it is about restoring dignity and standing with our citizens at their most vulnerable moments.

Addressing the bereaved families, he assured them that the supreme sacrifices of their loved ones would never be forgotten by a grateful nation.

The ceremony was attended by key dignitaries which includes First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, Wife of the Vice President; Nana Shettima, Wife of the Senate President; Ekaette Unoma Akpabio, Service Chiefs and the President of POWA amongst others.