Force Gender Adviser appointed by Nigeria Police

The Nigeria Police force today October 13th appointed CSP Olabisi Kolawole, pictured above, as its Force Gender Adviser. According to a statement released by the Force Headquarters, the office of the Force Gender Adviser will seek to effectively address cases of violence against women and children in the country. Other roles to be performed by the force Gender adviser include:

1. Ensure the implementation of a robust capacity building plan for officers in gender related issues.
2. Ensure the inclusion of gender training in Nigeria Police curriculum at all levels.
3. See to the establishment of Gender Desk officers in Police Formations nationwide.
4. Enhance the already existing collaboration with other stakeholders

Credit: Linda Ikeji Blog