Officers of the Nigeria Police Force, both serving and retired, issues 30-day ultimatum FG, Over Pension Woes,
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In a formal notice addressed to the Inspector-General of Police, the Minister of Police Affairs, and the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, the officers warned of a nationwide strike if their concerns are not addressed.
The officers lamented years of neglect, stating that after decades of risking their lives to safeguard the nation, they are being subjected to post-retirement hardship, poverty, and humiliation.
They decried the current pension arrangement, which they claim has stripped them of dignity and left many unable to meet basic needs.
The officers are demanding a comprehensive overhaul of the pension system, the establishment of a dedicated police pension board, and full implementation of improved benefits.
In a statement signed on behalf of the Concerned Officers and Men of the Nigeria Police Force, the group announced that starting June 27, 2025, they would take action if immediate reforms to the Nigeria Police Pension Scheme are not implemented.
They emphasised that this ultimatum serves as a final warning to the Nigerian government and relevant authorities.
According to them, while the Nigeria Police plays a vital role in maintaining internal security, it receives the least support in terms of retirement benefits—an issue they described as not only shameful but an insult to the nation.
The aggrieved officers stated that numerous appeals and demands for pension reform have been ignored, adding, “Enough is enough.
They warned that failure to address these demands within the 30-day window would result in further action, including possible industrial strike
The statement read, “We, the officers and members of the Nigeria Police Force, both active and retired, must deliver this final warning to the Nigerian government and its relevant authorities
For too long, we have faced unbearable hardship, neglect, and injustice under a flawed and harmful pension system. Despite years of sacrifice and brave service to maintain peace and order in our nation, our dignity in retirement has been reduced to meager payments, broken promises, and ongoing suffering.
“The Nigeria Police is crucial to internal security, yet it receives the least support in retirement benefits. This is not just shameful; it is an insult to the nation. We have made many appeals and demands for pension reform. Enough is enough.
“We issue a 30-day ultimatum starting June 27, 2025, for the immediate start of reforms to the Nigeria Police Pension Scheme,” they said.
Their demands include: “A complete overhaul of the current contributory pension system as it relates to the Police. A shift to a fair and dedicated police pension structure under the defined benefit scheme.
“Immediate payment of all unpaid benefits and gratuities to retired officers. Legislative and executive actions that ensure long-term protection of police retirees’ welfare.”
The aggrieved police officers said, if by August 1, 2025, the Nigerian government does not show real commitment to implementing these demands, they will begin a nationwide strike and withdraw tbeir services.
They said, “This action will be unprecedented in the history of the Nigerian security sector.
“Let it be clear: This will not be a symbolic protest. This will be a large-scale industrial action that could disrupt all internal security across the country.
“The government and the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force will be responsible for the consequences. We cannot continue to accept empty promises while our members struggle in poverty.
“This is about justice, dignity, and survival. Let wisdom prevail before the situation escalates,” they added freedom comes by struggle
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