By Barth Ikiebe
As part of the ongoing activities marking the 70th Anniversary of Women in Policing in Nigeria, the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, AIG Victor Olaiya, has hosted retired female police officers of the zone in a warm, inspiring, and interactive session with serving women Police officers.
The Spokesperson for Zone 7, ASP Halima Mohammed, says the event is in line with the vision of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, whose strategic leadership continues to promote gender inclusion, mentorship, professional development, and the celebration of the contributions of women in the Nigeria Police Force.
Retired senior officers, Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP Margaret Odiase and Superintendent of Police, SP Naomi Isyiaku, honoured the invitation and spent valuable time with the women of the zone.
They shared heartfelt words of encouragement, drawing from their rich experiences in service, and provided practical advice on career advancement, discipline, emotional intelligence, and maintaining balance between professional responsibilities and family life.
ASP Halima Mohammed said their testimonies filled with resilience, courage, and dedication deeply inspired the younger officers, reinforcing the legacy and strength of Nigerian women police who, for 70 years, have contributed significantly to national security, peacekeeping, community policing and administrative excellence.
The AIG, represented by ACP in charge of Administration, Labong Fidelia, expressed profound appreciation to the retired officers for their continued commitment to the growth of the Force.
She noted that the engagement reflected the commitment of the Force’s leadership, under the IGP, to honouring pioneering women officers while building a motivated and professionally empowered generation of serving women police officers.
Our Correspondent reports that the interactive session is one of several activities lined up by NPF Zone 7 to commemorate this historic milestone celebrating seven decades of excellence, sacrifice and the remarkable achievements of women in policing across Nigeria.
The Zone reaffirms its unwavering commitment to supporting women in policing and fostering a safe, inclusive, and professionally driven environment across the FCT and Niger State Police Commands.
