The Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, CP Falade Adegoroye Micheal, has presented insurance benefit cheques worth N9,797,473.84 to families and beneficiaries of police officers who died in the line of duty.

The presentation was made on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM.

The Nigeria Police Force said the gesture demonstrates its commitment to the welfare of its personnel and the families of officers who paid the supreme price while serving the country.

Speaking during the presentation, CP Falade described the payment as a practical demonstration of the Force’s appreciation for the sacrifices made by the deceased officers.

He noted that although no amount of money could replace the lives of the fallen officers, the insurance benefits would provide meaningful support to their families.

The Ekiti police commissioner assured the beneficiaries that the Nigeria Police Force would continue to remember and support families of officers who died in active service.

He urged the beneficiaries to use the funds judiciously, particularly for the education and welfare of the children left behind by the deceased officers.

CP Falade also commended the Inspector-General of Police, the Force Management Team, insurance stakeholders and the Force Insurance Unit for their efforts in facilitating the settlement of legitimate claims.

He reiterated that the welfare of serving police officers and their families remains a priority of the Nigeria Police Force.Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mr Matthew Emmanuel appreciated the Inspector-General of Police and the Nigeria Police Force for the financial support and continued assistance to families of fallen officers.

Emmanuel assured that the funds would be used responsibly for the welfare and benefit of the affected families.The Commissioner extended his condolences to the families of the deceased officers and prayed that God would grant them the strength to bear their losses and give eternal rest to the departed heroes.

The presentation was contained in a statement signed by the Ekiti State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abutu Sunday, ANIPR, on Tuesday.