The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has appointed an Assistant Inspector General of Police, Yetunde Longe, as the first female Force Secretary.
In a statement today, the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuiya Adejobi said the appointment was in furtherance of the vision to ensure gender inclusivity and equality in all aspects of appointments and operations within the Nigeria Police Force.
Adejobi said Longe brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role and has demonstrated exceptional dedication and competence within the Nigeria Police Force.
Adejobi added that the new Force Secretary has held several key positions since her appointment as a Cadet ASP on March 3, 1990, such as the Deputy Commissioner of Police at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Lagos and Bauchi States.
The Force PRO noted that prior to her new appointment, Longe was the Commissioner of Police for the Port Authority Police, Eastern Command, Port Harcourt, and later Assistant Inspector General of Police in the Department of Training and Development, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
“The IGP emphasises that the inclusion of women in strategic roles is crucial for the comprehensive development and effectiveness of the Police Force while assuring that the Force will continue to foster an inclusive environment where merit and capability are the primary criteria for advancement, irrespective of gender.
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