{"id":198259,"date":"2026-04-02T20:11:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T19:11:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/delta-command-awards-%e2%82%a616-7m-to-fallen-officers-families"},"modified":"2026-04-02T21:36:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T20:36:47","slug":"delta-command-awards-%e2%82%a616-7m-to-fallen-officers-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/delta-command-awards-%e2%82%a616-7m-to-fallen-officers-families","title":{"rendered":"Delta Command Awards \u20a616.7m to Fallen Officers&#8217; Families"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>In a heartfelt gesture marking the National Police Week 2026, the Delta State Police Command presented cheques totaling over \u20a616 million to families of 13 deceased officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony, held in Asaba, Delta State, was the climax of the week\u2019s state-level activities, ahead of the grand finale at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja.<\/p>\n<p>Commissioner of Police Yemi Oyeniyi, described the event as \u201csolemn and significant,\u201d emphasizing the Force\u2019s unwavering commitment, saying the<\/p>\n<p>funds aim to provide vital support to the bereaved families.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis reflects the leadership\u2019s promise to stand by the families of our fallen heroes,.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTheir sacrifices are invaluable and will never be forgotten. We urge judicious use of this support and assure continued solidarity.\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Ahanuwa Raphael, expressed profound gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police and the Delta State Police Command.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis gesture will go a long way in assisting our families. We pray for strength and success for the Nigeria Police Force.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to the commands spokesperson, SP. Bright Edafe, the presentation highlights ongoing efforts to honor police sacrifices amid National Police Week celebrations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. In a heartfelt gesture marking the National Police Week 2026, the Delta State Police Command presented cheques totaling over \u20a616 million to families of 13 deceased officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. 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