The House of Representatives has approved the report of its committee on the bill seeking to remove the Nigeria Police Force from the Contributory Pension Scheme. The proposed law aims to establish a Police Pensions Board that will handle the welfare and retirement benefits of police officers directly.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the approval follows several months of debate and agitation by retired police officers, who have consistently demanded an independent pension structure. They argue that the current contributory scheme fails to meet their specific needs and welfare expectations.
The new Police Pensions Board, once established, will manage pension funds, ensure timely payments, and provide improved post-service welfare for both serving and retired officers. This development marks a major step toward addressing long-standing concerns within the Nigeria Police Force.
Mediaplusng.com reports that the bill will now proceed to the Senate for concurrence before being sent to President Bola Tinubu for assent. If signed into law, it could bring significant relief to thousands of officers who have long called for reforms in the police pension system
