Atiku knocks Tinubu over welfare of police retirees, unveils plan to raise pay, settle pension
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of abandoning retired police officers to hunger, illness and humiliation while serving officers draw down their pension savings to feed their families. He demanded an immediate answer on the Police Exit Bill and an urgent salary review for serving officers, following the pay increase approved […]
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu for abandoning retired police officers who are struggling to survive on their pension savings. Atiku demands an answer on the Police Exit Bill and an urgent salary review for serving officers, following a pay increase approved for members of the Armed Forces.
He revealed that retired police officers are resorting to desperate measures like begging at mosques to feed their families. Atiku also highlighted a case where a retired Assistant Commissioner of Police was found selling firewood to buy food. He vowed to act when he assumes office in May 2027, with a Police Dignity Guarantee Plan that includes auditing and settling pension arrears and gratuity claims, establishing a pension floor, providing insured healthcare, and ensuring timely support for officers and their families.
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