Buhari Consoles Late Mary Iyabode Abebi Family, 94-Year-Old Retired Police Officer

President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), family members and associates of the late 94-year-old retired Chief Superintendent of Police, Mrs Mary Iyabode Abebi Oyebade, who was among the second set of females to be recruited.

The President noted the outstanding and remarkable contributions of Mrs Oyebade to the operations of NPF, particularly in Lagos State, where she provided exemplary leadership by chastising officers for bribery and corruption, and leading raids to ensure  safety on the streets. 

President Buhari affirmed that the outpouring of testimonies on Mama Toyin Olopa’s gallantry in the police,  her later life and legacies were worth documenting for posterity, especially  unwavering loyalty to the nation, deeply religious lifestyle and the sacrifices in propagating the gospel of Christ through charity. 

The President prayed that Almighty God would grant the soul of the mother, grandmother and great grandmother eternal rest, and comfort her family.