AIG LONGE APPOINTED AS NPF’S FIRST FEMALE FORCE SECRETARY
AIG Yetunde Longe, an Assistant Inspector General of Police, has been named the Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF’s) first female secretary.
In support of the goal to guarantee gender inclusivity and equality in all facets of appointments and operations within the force, ACP Olumiyiwa Adejobi, the force’s public relations officer, said in a statement that she was appointed by Inspector-General of Police IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
AIG Longe is a storehouse of knowledge and skill in her new position. Since her appointment as a Cadet ASP on March 3, 1990, she has proven to be exceptionally capable and dedicated in a variety of NPF roles.
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Her expertise in crime management and investigation has been greatly enhanced by her bachelor’s degree in forensic toxicology.
Her participation in advanced courses at Police Staff College Jos, including the Intermediate Command training and Advanced Detective Course, as well as the Protection of Civilians training in Italy, has further enhanced her professional development.
AIG Longe has held a number of important positions during her illustrious career, including DCP Admin at Zone 2, Lagos, Administrative Officer, Crime Officer, Commandant in Lagos, Assistant Commissioner of Police at the NPF Cooperative in charge of Corporate Investment, Area Commander in Lagos, and Deputy Commissioner of Police at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in both Bauchi and Lagos States.
She served as Assistant Inspector General of Police in the Department of Training and Development at Force Headquarters, Abuja, after being appointed Commissioner of Police for the Port Authority Police, Eastern Command, Port Harcourt, prior to her present position.
In light of his administration’s plans to advance gender equality and provide female officers with the opportunity to assume senior roles within the force, the IGP reaffirmed that gender sensitivity in police appointments and operations is an uncompromising principle.
In order to ensure that the police force continues to foster an inclusive environment where merit and capability are the primary criteria for advancement, regardless of gender, the IGP emphasised how important it is for women to be included in strategic roles.