President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has announced automatic employment for the two sons of his late police rider, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Hussani Ibrahim, who died in a road accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.
Akpabio made the announcement on Tuesday during plenary while formally informing senators of the tragic death of the officer, who served as his personal rider. DSP Ibrahim has since been buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
The Senate President described the late officer as a loyal and dedicated personnel who served with commitment and professionalism. He extended his condolences to the bereaved family, the Inspector-General of Police, and officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force.
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According to Akpabio, the offer of automatic employment to the deceased officer’s two sons is a gesture aimed at supporting the family and honouring the sacrifice of DSP Ibrahim, who died in active service.
In a related development, the Senate also paid tribute to Alhaji Ibrahim Tukur, a long-serving driver who died recently after 25 years of service to the Senator representing Kogi East Senatorial District, Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho.
The Senate observed a minute of silence in honour of both deceased officers and offered prayers for the repose of their souls.
The gesture by the Senate leadership underscores ongoing efforts to recognise the sacrifices of security personnel and long-serving aides in the discharge of their duties to public office holders and the nation.
