Historic Passage of Police Pension and Training Bills in 2023: IGP Commends NASS and Nigerians for Milestone Achievement

Historic Passage of Police Pension and Training Bills: IGP Commends NASS and Nigerians for Milestone Achievement”

In a remarkable development for the Nigerian police force, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Usman Alkali Baba psc(+), NPM, NEAPS, FDC, CFR, has expressed his appreciation to the National Assembly (NASS) and well-meaning Nigerians for the passage of two crucial bills. The Police Pension Board Bill and the Nigeria Police Force College, Training School and Institution (Establishment) Bill were successfully passed on June 6th, 2023. The IGP hailed this milestone achievement as a significant step towards redefining policing in the country, improving police training standards, enhancing productivity, and addressing pension-related hardships faced by police retirees. This article delves into the implications of these bills and the positive impact they will have on the Nigerian police force.

The Significance of the Bills

The passage of the Police Pension Board Bill and the Establishment Bill for Police Training Institutions holds immense importance for the Nigerian police force. The IGP emphasized that these bills will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of policing in the country. The removal of the Nigeria Police Force from the Contributory Pension Scheme and the establishment of the NPF Pension Board will address the long-standing challenges faced by police retirees. This development ensures that their pension-related issues will be adequately tackled, providing much-needed relief to those who have dedicated their lives to serving and protecting the nation.

Commendation for the National Assembly

The Inspector-General of Police extended his heartfelt commendation to the National Assembly for their unwavering commitment and determination in passing these critical bills. Their doggedness and resilience in ensuring the progress of these bills have not gone unnoticed. The IGP recognized the positive impact that the bills will have on standardizing the training capacity of the police force and enhancing overall productivity. He expressed his confidence that the bills will soon receive presidential assent, leading to their full implementation.

Appreciation for Well-Meaning Nigerians

The Inspector-General of Police also expressed his gratitude towards well-meaning Nigerians for their overwhelming support and concern regarding the passage of these bills. Their involvement and advocacy have played a vital role in bringing these issues to the forefront and garnering the necessary attention and action. The IGP acknowledged the collective efforts of the citizenry in pushing for positive changes within the police force and recognized their role as stakeholders in ensuring a more effective and efficient law enforcement system.

Assurances for Police Retirees

In light of the ongoing battle faced by police retirees about pension-related challenges, the IGP assured them of the Nigerian police force’s commitment to resolving these issues. He recognized the steadfastness and patience demonstrated by the retirees, assuring them that all necessary steps are being taken to make the bills a reality. The establishment of the NPF Pension Board will create a dedicated body that can focus on addressing the specific pension needs of police retirees, offering them the support and assistance they rightly deserve.

The passage of the Police Pension Board Bill and the Establishment Bill for Police Training Institutions marks a significant turning point for the Nigerian police force. With the commendable efforts of the National Assembly and the support of well-meaning Nigerians, these bills are set to redefine policing, standardize training, enhance productivity, and alleviate pension-related hardships faced by police retirees. The Inspector-General of Police expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders involved and assured police retirees that their long-standing battle for pension rights is being addressed. As these bills move closer to implementation, the Nigerian police force is poised to witness a positive transformation and usher in a new era of effective law enforcement.

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IGP COMMENDS NASS, WELL-MEANING NIGERIANS FOR PASSAGE OF POLICE PENSION BOARD BILL, ESTABLISHMENT BILL FOR POLICE TRAINING INSTITUTIONS

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba psc(+), NPM, NEAPS, fdc, CFR has commended the National Assembly for its historic… pic.twitter.com/ctSkU8knA0

— Nigeria Police Force (@PoliceNG) June 8, 2023

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