A retired Superintendent of Police’s emotional video exposing alleged pension mismanagement has forced the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to act.
The IGP immediately ordered NPF Pensions Limited to investigate the viral claims, signaling urgency in addressing retirees’ grievances.
The viral clip, circulating widely online, reveals distressing concerns about delayed benefits and poor welfare for officers who served Nigeria.
Heartbreaking testimonies describe retired cops struggling with unpaid pensions years after service, despite risking their lives for national security.
Responding swiftly, the police hierarchy acknowledged the video’s gravity and vowed transparency.
“We’re deeply concerned about our pensioners’ welfare,” stated ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force PRO, in an official release.
He assured the public that every claim would be thoroughly scrutinized.
Meanwhile, the IGP emphasized that serving and retired officers’ well-being remains non-negotiable.
He admitted past pension system flaws but highlighted recent reforms aimed at faster payouts.
Still, he urged patience as investigators verify the viral allegations before implementing corrective measures.
Critics argue systemic failures persist, leaving retirees destitute despite decades of service.
Families of affected officers shared harrowing accounts of medical bills piling up due to unpaid pensions.
Many now question if the probe will lead to real change or just temporary damage control.
NPF Pensions Limited faces mounting pressure to deliver answers quickly.
Sources confirm investigators are reviewing payment records and interviewing retired officers to identify lapses.
The agency pledged cooperation with anti-graft bodies if fraud is uncovered.
As public outrage grows, activists demand accountability beyond mere investigations.
They want prosecutions for any proven misconduct and a reformed pension system with stricter oversight.
The IGP’s next steps will determine if this scandal becomes a turning point or another forgotten issue.
For now, retired officers watch anxiously, hoping this probe finally secures their rightful benefits.
The police force’s reputation hangs in the balance as Nigerians await concrete actions, not just promises, to honor those who protected the nation.
