The Nigerian Air Force has approved a new welfare policy that will allow the families of personnel who die in the line of duty to continue receiving the deceased officer’s salary for up to 12 months. The measure is expected to provide financial relief to bereaved families while official death benefits are being processed.
The approval was granted by the Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, as part of broader welfare reforms aimed at strengthening support for serving personnel and the families of those who lose their lives during military operations.
A senior source within the Nigerian Air Force confirmed the development on Sunday in Abuja, explaining that the initiative ensures that the salaries of personnel killed in action will continue to be paid for up to one year from the date of death.
According to the source, the salary payments will continue either for a full 12 months or until all official death benefits due to the family have been processed and paid, depending on which occurs first.
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Under the existing public service regulations in Nigeria, salary payments typically stop immediately after the death of a government employee. The newly approved policy seeks to address the financial hardship many families face during the waiting period required for the completion of administrative procedures related to pensions, insurance, and other entitlements.
The official further disclosed that the Chief of the Air Staff has also approved additional welfare packages for officers, airmen, and airwomen across the service. These measures are designed to cushion the impact of current economic challenges while improving the overall well-being of personnel within the force.
Military authorities believe that improved welfare programmes are essential to maintaining morale among troops, particularly those engaged in demanding operations across the country.
The new policy underscores the commitment of the Nigerian Air Force to honour the sacrifices of personnel who die in service while ensuring their families receive timely support during a difficult period of transition.
