The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, PSC, Hashimu Argungu
has called for gender sensitivity and balance in the management of the
personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, NPF.
He reiterated the need for gender sensitivity and balance in the recruitment
and distribution of responsibilities in the Police.
The PSC Chairman, who stated this on Tuesday while receiving a
delegation of the Police’s Gender Policy team, identified equity as the
bedrock of an all inclusive policing.
Argungu explained that diversity and disparity of human nature must be
recognized in every aspect of human lives to ensure a successful human
endeavour.
He commended the NPF for taking the bold step towards institutional
transformation and assured the delegation of the Commission’s support in
aligning its recruitment, discipline and promotion procedures with the
principles outlined in the policy.
The PSC Chairman also emphasized the importance of creating a police
institution that reflects equity, professionalism, and respect for human
rights.
The team leader, AIG Aishatu Baju highlighted the rationale for the
revised edition of gender policy, noting that the new Policy will ensure that
the police officers are better appreciated.
She stated that the overall goal of the policy is to promote and protect
human rights, social justice, and equity; eliminate all forms of gender-based
discriminatory laws, regulations and practices within the Force.
