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Kebbi State Police Command Disburses ₦33.8m to Fallen Officers’ Families

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1 year ago

October 23, 2025

disburses ₦33.8m to families of officers who died in service, honouring their sacrifice under IGP Egbetokun’s welfare scheme

Kebbi State Police Command has disbursed cheques totalling ₦33,816,610.97 to 50 families of police officers who lost their lives while serving the nation.

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The symbolic presentation, held on Thursday at the Command Headquarters in Birnin Kebbi, was led by Commissioner of Police Bello Sani.

The financial support was made under the Group Life Assurance and IGP Family Welfare Schemes, initiatives introduced by Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun to support families of fallen heroes and strengthen welfare across the Force.

Speaking at the event, CP Sani praised the Inspector-General’s unwavering dedication to officers’ well-being, describing the gesture as “a reflection of compassion and commitment that has brought immense joy and relief to bereaved families.”

He noted that the Kebbi State Police Command continues to benefit from the morale boost inspired by the IGP’s generosity, which has enhanced productivity and motivation across police formations.

Sani urged beneficiaries to invest their funds wisely in ventures that would ensure sustainable support for their dependents.

Responding on behalf of the recipients, Sonnen Simeon Mome expressed heartfelt gratitude to the IGP, noting that the assistance demonstrated that the Nigeria Police Force “has not forgotten the sacrifices of our loved ones.”

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The emotional ceremony reinforced the Force’s pledge to honour the service and sacrifice of its fallen officers while providing tangible support to their families — a powerful symbol of empathy and solidarity within the Nigerian policing community.

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Sanwo-Olu Surprises Wife Ibijoke With Flowers at Women’s Conference

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4 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Sanwo-Olu surprises wife Ibijoke with flowers and shares a kiss at COWLSO’s 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu surprised his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, with flowers before sharing a kiss with her at the opening ceremony of the 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos on Tuesday.

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The event was organised by the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) under the theme, “Anchored in Purpose: Be the Blueprint.”

Sanwo-Olu presented the flowers to his wife during his speech at the conference, which brings together women and leaders for discussions and activities focused on women’s empowerment and leadership.

“On behalf of COWLSO and everything that is decent, we want to appreciate you, we want to honour you,” the governor said.

The couple subsequently shared a kiss as Nigerian singer 2Baba’s song, “African Queen”, played at the event.

The conference aims to inspire women, empower leaders and promote a purposeful future through discussions and activities centred on women’s development.