By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter
TOTAL RETIREMENT and death benefits of N97.5 billion have been paid to thousands of former police officers and families nationwide by the Nigeria Police Fund Pensions Limited (NPFPL).
Acting Managing Director, Mr Abdulkareem Gezawa, disclosed this during the 2026 pre-retirement seminar organised by NPFPL in Lagos, JKNewsMedia.com reports.
He said 30,370 retirees have received their benefits, while death benefits amounting to N39.57 billion were paid to 8,847 next of kin of deceased officers.
He added that 25,572 retirees are currently on the monthly pension payroll, with payments exceeding N1.56 billion.
“Since inception, NPF Pensions has paid benefits to a total of 30,370 retirees, amounting to N97.5 billion,” he said.
Gezawa reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to prompt and efficient settlement of pensions and related entitlements, stressing that delays often arise from incomplete or late submission of required documents.
He noted that some benefits remain unclaimed largely due to documentation issues.
He advised officers nearing retirement to fully engage with the seminar sessions, which he said are designed to guide them through the retirement process and help eliminate avoidable challenges.
The Acting Managing Director said discussions are ongoing within police authorities on a proposal to peg police pensions at a minimum of 80 per cent of retirees’ final monthly salaries.
He said the proposal has not yet received approval and is intended to resolve persistent pension related concerns within the Force.
Assistant Commissioner of Police and Force Insurance Officer, ACP Lydia Ameh, assured participants that their entitlements would be paid promptly, provided all documentation is properly completed and Pension Fund Administrators (PFA) are correctly transferred.
Commissioner of Police in charge of Pensions at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, DCP Yusuf Sani Doki, described the seminar as an important platform for officers approaching retirement to prepare emotionally, psychologically and financially for life after active service.
He noted that retirement often comes with significant challenges, particularly as it coincides with ageing and health issues, making early preparation essential.
Doki explained that police officers qualify for pension and gratuity upon reaching the age of 60 or after completing between 10 and 35 years in service.
“This meeting provides a valuable opportunity to review your achievements and challenges as police officers about to retire, prepare for life after service, and celebrate your contributions to the nation,” he said.
He congratulated officers nearing retirement for their years of dedicated service, urged prayers for colleagues who lost their lives in the line of duty, and expressed confidence that participants would continue to make meaningful contributions after retirement.
NPF Pensions Limited also offered medical check-ups for prospective retirees as part of the seminar. Doki commended the management of the organisation for what he described as a timely and impactful intervention for police officers in the South-West and other regions.
The 2026 pre-retirement seminar commenced at the Event Centre, Alausa, Lagos, as part of a nationwide programme scheduled to take place across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
JKNewsMedia.com notes that the NPFPL said the next session is expected to hold later this month in Kano for officers in the North-West zone.
