Retired Police Protest Pension Scheme at Presidential Villa

Retired police officers under the Police Retired Officers Forum of Nigeria staged a major protest in Abuja, demanding urgent reforms to their pension system. The demonstration, which took place at the Presidential Villa, highlights growing frustration among former officers over the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), which they describe as unfair and inadequate. Many retirees claim the scheme has left them struggling to survive after decades of service to the nation.

The protesters are calling on Bola Ahmed Tinubu to approve the Police Exit Bill, a proposed law that would remove the Nigeria Police Force from the CPS. According to them, other security agencies have already been exempted from the scheme, leaving police retirees at a disadvantage. The situation has raised concerns about the welfare of retired officers, many of whom say they can no longer meet basic needs. This ongoing pension dispute reflects broader challenges in Nigeria’s public service system and could lead to more protests if not addressed promptly.