The Police Service Commission (PSC) has advised retired police officers across the country to suspend their planned protest over pension-related issues, describing the move as ill-timed and counterproductive, especially as government efforts to address their grievances are ongoing.
In an official statement issued on Saturday, July 20, 2025, the Commission acknowledged the legitimacy of the retirees’ concerns but cautioned that staging protests at a time when there is increased attention on police pension reform could undermine progress already made.
Chairman of the Commission, retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Hashimu Argungu, reiterated his strong opposition to the discriminatory pension scheme affecting certain categories of retired police personnel. He assured that he has made continuous efforts to advocate for a unified, fair, and inclusive pension structure for all retired officers.
Argungu has been a vocal advocate for reforms, pushing for legislation and executive interventions that would harmonize the pension system and enhance the welfare of retirees.
The Commission emphasized the need for calm, urging the affected ex-officers to pursue dialogue and peaceful engagement with relevant authorities rather than public demonstrations. It stressed that ongoing discussions with government agencies are already yielding positive responses, and that unity and patience remain essential for achieving lasting pension reforms.
The PSC reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of all police officers, both serving and retired, and called on the protest organizers to reconsider their plans in the spirit of national peace and development.
