The Kano State Police Command has handed out cheques worth a total of N7.57 million to the families and next‑of‑kin of 17 police officers who lost their lives while on duty.
The distribution was carried out by the state command as part of the insurance benefits owed to officers killed in the line of service. Each cheque represents the death benefit stipulated under the police welfare scheme, which aims to provide financial relief to bereaved relatives.
According to the figures released, the N7.57 million payout averages roughly N445,000 per family, although the exact amount each beneficiary receives may vary according to the specific terms of the insurance policy.
Police death benefits are a component of the broader compensation framework for Nigerian law‑enforcement personnel, designed to acknowledge the sacrifices made by officers and to support their dependents after a tragic loss.
The Kano State Police Command said the payment underscores its commitment to honouring the service of fallen officers and ensuring that their families receive the support promised by the state and federal authorities.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>