FMC B-Kudu, police health maintenance ltd sign MoU to boost officers’ welfare
The management of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Birnin Kudu in Jigawa State has entered into a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Police Health Maintenance Limited (HMO) to enhance the health and welfare of serving police officers, particularly those who sustain injuries in the line of duty.
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Police Health Maintenance Limited, Dr. Yusuf Kalli-Garzali, disclosed this on Thursday during the official signing ceremony held at the FMC Birnin Kudu.
According to him, the agreement would enable the hospital to provide specialized medical care for police officers suffering from trauma or gunshot wounds sustained while performing their lawful duties.
“This MoU is part of a special intervention programme initiated by the office of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, in September 2025 to ensure that police personnel receive quality medical attention when they are injured in the line of duty,” Kalli-Garzali said.
He explained that the programme had so far covered twelve hospitals across the country, with plans to extend it to all federally owned medical facilities. “We will provide the necessary funds to participating hospitals and closely monitor implementation through our desk officers,” he added.
The Police HMO boss noted that the initiative reflects the IGP’s commitment to improve the welfare of police personnel through sustainable reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency, professionalism, and morale within the Nigeria Police Force.
He outlined some of the key reforms introduced by IGP Egbetokun, including strengthening community policing through deeper public engagement to improve intelligence gathering and rebuild public confidence. The IGP, he said, has also championed digital policing by introducing technology-driven crime tracking systems and expanding the use of body-worn cameras for officers deployed in urban areas.
Kalli-Garzali further highlighted the Inspector General’s efforts to improve officers’ welfare through better housing for junior personnel, improved training across police institutions, and increased funding for police medical services. “Under the current leadership, discipline and accountability have significantly improved,” he stated.
He also commended the IGP’s support for the Police Institutes Establishment Bill and the Police Trust Fund Amendment, which aim to ensure sustainable funding and strengthen welfare provisions for officers.
The Police HMO chief urged police officers to enroll in the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to secure additional health benefits for themselves and their families. “This special intervention does not exclude officers from accessing services under the NHIS. Both programmes complement each other for the good of police personnel,” he explained.
In her remarks, Dr. Halima Ibrahim Umar, Head of Clinical Services at FMC Birnin Kudu, lauded the Inspector General of Police for initiating the intervention, describing it as a timely step toward safeguarding the wellbeing of officers who risk their lives to protect citizens.
She assured that the hospital would diligently implement the MoU, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and meaningful impact. “Our facility has well-trained personnel and the required expertise to handle trauma and emergency cases. We will ensure that this partnership delivers on its objectives,” she affirmed.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by officials of the Police Health Maintenance Limited and the management team of the Federal Medical Centre Birnin Kudu.
