Leadway Assurance Company Limited, has led a consortium of insurance firms including Sanlam Insurance, Mutual Benefits and LASACO, to disburse the sum of N535 million as Group Life Insurance claims to 68 beneficiary members of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF).
The company presented the claims Cheques in a ceremony at the Force’s Headquarters in Abuja.
The firms explained that the claims payment validates the benefits of procuring insurance policies for Nigerians, especially those whose noble profession consistently putso them in harm’s way.
Commenting at the ceremony that heralded the distribution of the claims to 68 beneficiary families of the deceased officers and those injured or rendered disabled in the line of duty, the Acting Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, reiterated his belief that human life is valuable and would hence prioritise the wellbeing of all officers and men of the Force.
Also speaking, the Managing Director, Leadway Assurance, Mr. Tunde Hassan-Odukale said, “We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the departed officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our nation. As an organisation, we are fully committed to fulfilling our promise of providing financial security to our policyholders. This prompt claim payout to our heroes further demonstrates the benefits of insurance and our unwavering dedication to supporting the families left behind.
“This consortium is proud to be at the vanguard of protecting the financial wellbeing of the personnel of the Force and their families. We believe in the importance of honouring our obligations promptly and stand as beacons of trust for the insurance industry as an assured partner in safeguarding the wealth and wellbeing of Nigerians.”
