Disu seeks better welfare, funding for police

From Molly Kilete, Abuja

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has called on the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, to find a lasting solution to the lingering pension and welfare challenges affecting serving and retired police personnel.

Disu made the appeal during a visit to the minister in his office, where he also solicited support for infrastructure, housing and funding to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).

The IGP said the visit underscored the need for sustained cooperation between the Ministry of Police Affairs and the Police Force in strengthening internal security.

He briefed the minister on preparations for the 2027 General Elections, including ongoing personnel training and measures to address the security needs of persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups.

Disu noted that continued institutional support would strengthen the Force’s readiness to discharge its election-security responsibilities.

Welcoming the IGP and his delegation, Gaidam described the visit as timely and reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting the operational development and reform priorities of the Police.

He commended Disu’s efforts, stressed the importance of intelligence-led policing and highlighted the ministry’s interventions to improve police infrastructure and personnel welfare, including pension and insurance arrangements.

Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary, Dr Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia, welcomed the IGP and his team and assured them of the ministry’s continued administrative support.

He said closer collaboration would help identify priority needs, strengthen service delivery and build public confidence in the Police.

The Nigeria Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to sustained collaboration with the Ministry of Police Affairs to improve personnel welfare, strengthen operational capacity and safeguard lives and property across the country.