Police Offer Scholarships To Nine Students In Yobe

Of the nine that passed the aptitude test, three
got scholarships from secondary school up to
the university level, while six primary school
pupils will be supported to their degree
programmes.
Presenting the scholarship certificates to the
beneficiaries, the Yobe State Commissioner of
Police (CP), Zannah Ibrahim, said that the
scheme is aimed at supporting Police officers’
children.
Mr Ibrahim disclosed that children of the
deceased would continue to enjoy the scheme
up to university level, while those still serving
will only be supported if their parents are not
found wanting in the discharge of their official
duties.
He commended the Inspector General of Police
(IGP), Mr Solomon Arase, for instituting the
scheme, saying it would stimulate productivity
among the rank and file, as well as give them a
sense of belonging.
Some parents of the beneficiaries of the award
expressed gratitude to the IGP. They
wished him God’s guidance and protection in
piloting the affairs of the Nigeria Police Force.
The CP also presented a commendation letter
from the IGP to the state Police Public
Relations Officer (PPRO), Mr Toyin Gbadegesin,
for hard work, dedication to duty and for
incomparable Public Relations partnership
between the Force and the host community.
Mr Toyin Gbadegesin, in an interview with
newsmen after receiving the commendation
letter, dedicated the award to God, the IGP and
to journalists who continue to disseminate the
policies and programmes of the Police. He
promised to always justify the confidence
reposed in him.
Over a thousand students of the rank and files
in Yobe Police Command sat for the IGP
scholarship scheme exams in the state.