The Nigeria Police Fund (NPF) Pensions Limited has disbursed a total of ₦97.5 billion in retirement benefits to 30,370 retired police officers, reaffirming its commitment to the welfare of personnel after service.
Acting Managing Director of the fund, Mr. Abdulkareem Gezawa, disclosed this at the 2026 pre-retirement seminar organised by NPF Pensions Limited in Lagos. He also revealed that death benefits amounting to ₦39.57 billion have been paid to 8,847 next-of-kin of deceased officers.
According to Gezawa, 25,572 retirees are currently on the monthly pension payroll, receiving over ₦1.56 billion in pension payments every month.
“Since inception, NPF Pensions has paid benefits to a total of 30,370 retirees, amounting to ₦97.5 billion,” he said, adding that the organisation remains focused on ensuring timely and efficient payment of pensions and other entitlements.
He stressed that delays in benefit disbursement are often linked to incomplete or late submission of documentation, noting that some pension funds remain unclaimed for this reason. Gezawa urged officers nearing retirement to fully engage with the seminar and carefully follow guidelines designed to ease their transition into retirement.
The Acting Managing Director also disclosed that police authorities are considering a proposal to peg police pensions at a minimum of 80 per cent of retirees’ final monthly salaries. While the proposal is yet to receive formal approval, he said it is intended to address long-standing concerns surrounding police welfare in retirement.
Speaking at the event, Assistant Commissioner of Police and Force Insurance Officer, ACP Lydia Ameh, assured participants that their benefits would be paid promptly, provided required documents are properly completed and Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) are correctly transferred.
Commissioner of Police in charge of Pensions at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, DCP Yusuf Sani Doki, described the seminar as an essential platform for officers preparing for life after service. He said retirement often presents emotional, psychological and financial challenges, particularly as it coincides with ageing and health-related issues.
Doki explained that police officers qualify for pension and gratuity upon attaining 60 years of age or completing between 10 and 35 years of service, urging officers to begin preparations early.
“This forum offers a chance to reflect on your achievements, prepare for life after service and celebrate your contributions to national security,” he said, while congratulating retirees for their dedication and service to the country.
As part of the programme, NPF Pensions Limited provided medical check-ups for prospective retirees, highlighting its holistic approach to retirement planning. DCP Doki commended the management of the pension fund for what he described as a timely and impactful intervention.
The 2026 pre-retirement seminar, which commenced at the Event Centre, Alausa, Lagos, is part of a nationwide initiative scheduled to hold across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The next session is expected to take place in Kano later this month, covering the North-West zone.