Three female officers of the Nigeria Police Force have participated in the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to gender inclusion and justice sector reforms. The global event, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from March 9 to 19, 2026, brought together governments, civil society organisations, and international institutions to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment.
The Nigerian delegation was led by the Force Gender Advisor, Assistant Inspector General of Police Aishatu Abubakar Baju, whose office continues to drive reforms aimed at strengthening the role of women within the police system. According to a press release from the office of the Force Gender Advisor, the participation marks “another significant milestone in advancing gender inclusion, institutional reform, and international collaboration” for the Nigeria Police.
CSW70 focused on improving access to justice for women and girls globally, including tackling discriminatory laws and strengthening institutions to better respond to gender-based violence and protect vulnerable groups. The Nigeria Police said the theme aligns closely with its mandate in law enforcement and public safety.
During the session, the delegation engaged with global stakeholders, exchanging ideas and learning best practices in gender-responsive policing and inclusive security systems.
A key highlight of the visit was a strategic meeting with the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, aimed at exploring partnerships to support Nigerian women police officers. Areas discussed included capacity building, mentorship, technical support, and increased global visibility for women in policing.
Speaking on the significance of the engagement, Baju said: “The participation of Nigerian women police officers at CSW70 represents a strong commitment by the Nigeria Police Force to strengthening gender-responsive policing and ensuring that women and girls have greater access to justice. Engagement with global partners provides valuable insights and opportunities that will further enhance the capacity of our officers to protect vulnerable populations and contribute to national and international peace and security.”
The Force Gender Advisor also commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, for supporting gender inclusion within the Force. She noted that: “The participation of women officers at CSW70 reflects the Inspector-General’s commitment to empowering women within the Force and ensuring that Nigerian police officers remain active contributors to global conversations on gender equality, justice, peace, and security.”
The Nigeria Police said participation in CSW70 will enhance institutional capacity, deepen international partnerships, and expand opportunities for Nigerian women officers in global peacekeeping and security initiatives. The Force reaffirmed its commitment to advancing policies and partnerships that promote gender equality, improve access to justice, and strengthen professional policing in Nigeria.
