The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has appointed a new female Force Secretary to enhance inclusivity within the police force.

This was disclosed on Wednesday, in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi,

He said the move was part of efforts to entrench gender representation in the Nigeria Police Force, as well as reflect a broader shift towards recognizing and utilizing the diverse talents within the force

Adejobi added that the new appointment came as part of the IGP’s vision of enhancing the NPF’s efficiency regardless of gender as it aligned with global trends in law enforcement.

According to him, the newly appointed Force Secretary, Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) Rhoda Adetutu Olofu, was a seasoned police officer with an impressive track record.

Before her appointment, Rhoda served as the AIG Maritime Police Command at the Force Headquarters Annex in Lagos as the 20th Assistant Inspector-General of Police to hold the position and, notably, the third female to head the Maritime Command.