The Inspector-General of Police (IG) has urged police officers across the country to begin preparing for life after active service by planning early for retirement and acquiring practical skills that will enable them to remain productive.

The IGP made the appeal during a meeting with serving officers, stressing that retirement should not be viewed as the end of one’s career but as the beginning of a new phase of life. He encouraged personnel to invest in vocational training, entrepreneurship, agriculture, technology, and other income-generating ventures while still in active service.

According to the police chief, early financial planning and continuous personal development are essential to ensuring a smooth transition into retirement. He noted that officers who prepare ahead are better positioned to maintain financial stability and continue contributing positively to society after leaving the force.

The IGP also advised officers to make prudent use of their salaries and retirement benefits by avoiding unnecessary spending and investing in sustainable businesses and lifelong learning opportunities.

He reaffirmed the commitment of the police leadership to promoting the welfare of personnel through career development programmes, financial literacy initiatives, and retirement planning seminars aimed at equipping officers for a secure future.

The call forms part of ongoing efforts to improve the wellbeing of police personnel and encourage long-term financial independence beyond active service.