- Zamfara Police celebrates 70 years of women in policing across Nigeria.
- Female officers honour retired senior policewomen for their service.
- Women officers visit schools to inspire young girls into policing careers.
- Officers support patients in Gusau FMC, reinforcing community policing.
The Zamfara State Police Command has joined the nationwide commemoration of 70 years of women in the Nigeria Police Force, celebrating decades of courage and progress led by female officers.
To mark the anniversary, officers in the Command carried out special activities aimed at honouring pioneers and promoting women’s participation in security roles. They began with courtesy visits to the homes of retired senior policewomen who were recognised for their years of dedication, professionalism and sacrifice.
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The Command acknowledged the retirees as the women who laid the foundation for today’s generation of strong and influential female police officers.
As part of the celebration, the women officers visited the Nigeria Police Secondary School in Gusau, where they held interactive sessions with students, especially young girls about the future of policing and the expanding role of women in national security.
They encouraged students to pursue careers in the Force and highlighted how women are now excelling in specialised units and leadership positions.
In another act of service, the policewomen visited the Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, where they offered financial assistance to patients struggling to pay medical bills. The gesture was aimed at strengthening the bond between the police and their host communities.
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The Zamfara State Commissioner of Police, Maikaba, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to gender equality and praised the contribution of women in policing.
“We will continue to promote gender inclusiveness and support our female officers as vital contributors to peace and security across Nigeria,” he said.
The series of anniversary events, coordinated by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Yazid Abubakar, further highlighted the growing strength and influence of women in the Force—70 years on and still breaking new ground.
