The Benue State Police Command has presented insurance cheques to families of police officers who died in the course of service.
The presentation was held on Tuesday at the Command Headquarters in Makurdi as part of efforts by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to provide support to families of officers who lost their lives while serving the country.
According to a statement issued by the Command and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Orchia Peter Aondongu, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, the gesture was aimed at providing relief to the bereaved families.
Presenting the cheques, the Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Cletus C.N. Nwadiobu, conveyed the condolences and warm regards of the Inspector-General of Police to the families over the loss of their loved ones.
