The Taraba state government has donated the sum of One Million Naira each to the family of the three police officers killed on active duty in Tor-Damisa in the state.
A statement signed by the Acting Police Public Relations Officer for the state, ASP Victor Mshelizah said the government’s action was in recognition of bravery and sacrifice of the slain officers.
The statement reads:
The Taraba State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that the Executive Governor of Taraba State, His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of police officers who lost their lives in active service at Tor-Damisa.
The deceased officers are Cpl Raphael Danjuma, PC Ebenezer Daniel, and PC Samuel Bawa, who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty while protecting lives and property in the state.
In a show of compassion and solidarity, the Governor, through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, presented letters of condolence and a token sum of ₦1,000,000 (One Million Naira) each to the families of the deceased officers.
The gesture, according to the Taraba State Government, is in recognition of the bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the fallen officers. The Governor described their deaths as a painful loss, not only to their immediate families but also to the Nigeria Police Force and Taraba State as a whole.
Responding on behalf of the Taraba State Police Command and the bereaved families, the Commissioner of Police, CP Moorkwap Sebastian Dongshal psc (+), expressed deep appreciation to His Excellency and the Taraba State Government for the kind and humane gesture.
The Commissioner of Police noted that the support would go a long way in providing comfort and relief to the affected families, while also boosting the morale of officers and men of the Command. He further commended the Governor for demonstrating genuine concern for the welfare of security personnel and for standing with the Police in their moment of grief.
The Taraba State Police Command reassures the public of its continued commitment to safeguarding lives and property and honoring the sacrifices of its fallen heroes.
The Command also calls on members of the public to continue to support the Police and other security agencies in the collective effort to maintain peace and security across the state.