Meet The First Female Force Secretary

The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, has finally named an Assistant Inspector General of Police, Yetunde Longe as the first female Force Secretary.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, made the historic appointment.

AIG Yetunde O. Longe before her current appointment was Assistant Inspector General of Police in the Department of Training and Development, Force Headquarters, Abuja.

The senior officer was also the Commissioner of Police for the Port Authority Police, Eastern Command, Port Harcourt.

AIG Longe has held several key positions including Administrative Officer, Crime Officer, Commandant in Lagos, Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Corporate Investment at the NPF Cooperative.

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She was also Area Commander in Lagos, Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP, at the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, in both Bauchi and Lagos States, and DCP Admin at Zone 2, Lagos.

She joined the NPF as a Cadet ASP on March 3, 1990, since then she has demonstrated exceptional dedication and competence across various capacities within the NPF.

She holds a Bachelors Degree in Forensic Toxicology, which has significantly contributed to her proficiency in crime management and investigation. Her professional development is further enriched by her participation in advanced courses such as the Advanced Detective Course and Intermediate Command Course at Police Staff College Jos, and the Protection of Civilians course in Italy.

According to Force Spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in a statement on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, Longe brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role and her appointment is in furtherance of the vision to ensure gender inclusivity and equality in all aspects of appointments and operations within the NPF.

The Inspector General of Police reiterates that gender sensitivity in police appointments and operations remains a non-negotiable principle as his administration is poised to promoting gender equality and empowering female officers to attain leadership positions within the Force.

The IGP emphasises that the inclusion of women in strategic roles is crucial for the comprehensive development and effectiveness of the Police Force assuring that the Force will continue to foster an inclusive environment where merit and capability are the primary criteria for advancement, irrespective of gender.