IGP Approves N10m Compensation To Families Of Officers Killed In Kano Accident
By Anne Osemekeh, Abuja
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the immediate payment of relief funds to the families of officers that were involved in a fatal motor accident on 24th September 2024.
This was contained in a press statement on Wednesday, by the Force spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi.
It will be recalled that 5 officers of the Kano State Police Command lost thier lives in a road mishap which occured along the Zaria-Kano Expressway, Karfi Kura. The officers were returning from the Edo Elections Special Duty to Kano State Command. Of the 11 that were hospitalised, 8 have been successfully discharged after receiving medical attention, while 3 others are still undergoing treatment.
“In response to this tragic event, the Inspector General of Police has taken decisive actions to provide support to those affected, by approving the compensatory payment of Ten Million Naira (N10,000,000) to the families of the deceased, acknowledging their profound loss and providing assistance as they navigate this challenging period”, the statement said.
Adejobi added that the IGP has also approved the payment of Two Million Naira (N2,000,000) to those still receiving treatment, ensuring they receive the necessary medical support as they recuperate, and the sum of Five Hundred Thousand Naira (N500,000) to those who have been discharged after treatment.
“The IGP reaffirms the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to supporting officers and men of the Force and their families during trying times. The IGP once again expresses his deepest condolences to all the families of the deceased and prays for the quick recovery of those still receiving medical care”, Adejobi said.
