Police Pension Scheme; IGP hosts retired officers, police pensions stakeholders

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has received retired police officers and stakeholders of the Nigeria Police Pensions, at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja for an interactive session.

The session was fixed to address pressing concerns regarding the police pension schemes, financial security, and the welfare of retired police officers.

Egbetokun during the session acknowledged the current challenges arising from the current contributory pension scheme.

However, he added that he hopes that through these deliberations, a solution that can be effectively implemented to enhance the livelihood of retired officers.

This was disclosed via a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Tuesday, February 11.

The statement reads: “The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., on Tuesday, 11th February 2025 hosted an interactive session with retired police officers and stakeholders of the Nigeria Police Pensions, at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja. The conference brought together a diverse group of retired personnel and stakeholders to address pressing concerns regarding the police pension schemes, financial security, and the welfare of retired police officers who have dedicated their lives to the service of our nation.

“Present at the interactive session, was the Chairman Police Service Commission; DIG Hashimu Argungu, mni (Rtd), who gave a review of global issues on retirement, pension, remuneration and compensation principles and practices, to serve as a guide in deliberating on the way forward. Others present at the event were the Hon. Commissioner 1, Police Service Commission, Hon. Justice Paul Adamu; Deputy Inspectors-General of Police & Members of the Force Management Team, the National President of the Association of Retired Police Officers, AIG Paul Ochonu (Rtd), and other serving Senior Police Officers.

“The Inspector-General of Police during his remarks acknowledged the current challenges arising from the current contributory pension scheme and finds it imperative to address these challenges, to create a sustainable framework that can better cater to the needs of retired officers and their families. It is the hope of the IGP that through these deliberations, a solution that can be effectively implemented to enhance the livelihood of retired officers will be achieved.

“The IGP reiterates the commitment of the Force to ensuring that those who have served honorably are provided with the respect and benefits they deserve, fostering dignity for all police personnel both during service and upon retirement. The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its dedication to the welfare of its officers and is committed to working collaboratively to achieve a just and equitable pension system.”

Famous Nollywood Actress to bag chieftaincy title from Timi of Ede

Nollywood actress, Olaide Bakare, says she will be honoured with a chieftaincy title as the Aare Yeye-Oge of Ede Kingdom by Oba Munirudeen Lawal, Timi of Ede, in Osun, on Feb.14.

Bakare disclosed this on Tuesday while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on her plans for Valentine’s Day.
She said: “Feb. 14, which is the Valentine’s Day, will be the day I will be honoured with a chieftaincy title as the Aare Yeye-Oge of Ede Kingdom by Oba Munirudeen Lawal, Timi of Ede Kingdom.
“Yes, Valentine is a day to celebrate with loved ones and I will be celebrating my new title with my family.
“I am so happy and I am really looking forward to it.

“I feel so good that my town deems it fit to honour me. This is not a title for the weak-minded, it is a position for the strong and influencial women in the society. I am really honoured.
“Also, I want to appreciate His Royal Majesty, Oba Lawal, for this. The ceremony will hold at the Oba’s palace in Ede.” (NAN)

Tinubu’s Govt planning to arrest, detain me – El-Rufai cries out

Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, has spoken out about rumors suggesting that he might soon face arrest and detention.

In a statement on social media platform X, El-Rufai revealed that he had heard reports about the possibility of his legal troubles but emphasized that he had no plans to seek exile.

El-Rufai’s comments came in response to a question from one of his loyal supporters, Imran Wakili, who had inquired about the rumors.

The former governor, currently residing in Egypt, expressed his belief that some of his political opponents may be attempting to force him out of the country.

Despite these claims, El-Rufai assured his followers that he intends to return to Nigeria well before February 20, showing no intention of staying away for long.

El-Rufai wrote: “I will spend more time in Nigeria than ever before.

“They have sent similar messages of intimidation and threats through many of my friends, family, and political associates because they want me to go on self-imposed exile.

“I have now put all my previous academic and language-learning plans on hold. Silence is no longer golden. Inaction has never been an option.

“The arrest, detention, and torture of perceived political enemies are nothing new in human affairs. I have been arrested and detained thrice in the past for expressing my views about previous governments.

“There is always a morning after the arrest or detention or torture, and political life continues. As for death, it is when Allah destines it, and it is ultimately the date of every human.
“For the attention of the pathetic characters that don’t sleep well whenever I am in Nigeria, take notice that I intend to return in time for the launch of Pres IBB’s memoirs, in sha Allah, scheduled for 20th February.
“We depend on no one but Allah. We fear no mortal but Almighty Allah. We always hope for the best but plan for the worst.”