Fatshimetry: How IGP Kayode Egbetokun Instills Confidence and Solidarity in the Police
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun recently took a courageous and empathetic step by approving immediate payments to the families of police officers who died in a tragic road accident. The action, which came after a special mission for the Edo elections, is a testament to the IGP’s commitment to his personnel and their families, as well as his ability to empathize in the face of adversity.
The accident that occurred on September 24, 2024 on the Zaria-Kano Expressway, Karfi Kura, which claimed the lives of five officers and hospitalized eleven others, has deeply affected the police community. In the face of this tragedy, the IGP has taken concrete steps to support the victims’ loved ones by approving the payment of the sum of N10 million to the families of the deceased officers. In addition, a financial assistance of N2 million has been allocated to the officers still hospitalized, while those already discharged will each receive the sum of N500,000.
This generous gesture by IGP Egbetokun, who expresses his deepest condolences to the bereaved families, illustrates the importance of solidarity and support within the Nigeria Police Force. By demonstrating his priority towards the welfare of his officers and their families, the IGP is strengthening the bond of trust and unity within the police force, while also emphasizing the importance given to mutual assistance in times of crisis.
The decision of the IGP to financially support the families of the deceased officers hospitalized after the accident demonstrates his humanistic and solidarity-based vision as a leader. By demonstrating his concern for the welfare of his men and by offering significant financial support, IGP Kayode Egbetokun embodies the values of empathy, commitment and solidarity within the Nigerian Police Force.
In conclusion, the IGP’s action on behalf of the families of the officers who died in the tragic accident is a testimony to his compassion and visionary leadership. In this difficult time, it is essential to recognize and commend IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun’s commitment to his officers and their families, as well as his ability to inspire confidence and solidarity within the police.