MEET Nigeria’s leading SUPER Cop, A.I.G., Margaret OCHALLA, a Fearless, Crime Busting Amazon Most Feared by criminals
*Assumes Office as 54th Assistant Inspector General of Police, Force Headquarters Annex, Lagos, on March 18, 2025
*Successfully served earlier in the capacity of Commissioner of Police, Special Fraud Unit
*Fights for Women, Girl-Child victims of Sexual and Gender-based Violence as a Force Gender Coordinator, Made history by establishing the First Police Gender Desks in all tertiary institutions across Nigeria
*Current Chairman, Police Basketball Association, formerly served as Chairman of the Police Golf Association and headed several Committees in the past
*Won Female Commissioner of the Year at the NAOSNP National Security Conference/Awards 2023, Received Global Women Hall of Fame Award from The Sheik of Dubai, to receive Rainbow Magazine Hall of Fame Security Award & Nominated by NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER for ‘Nigeria’s Most Outstanding Super Cop 2024 Hero Award’ in the United States of America
*BY GEORGE ELIJAH OTUMU/Editor-in-Chief/GROUP Managing Director, NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER INC USA & ADEYEMI ADEBANJO/POLICE Reporter, Abuja, NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER Inc USA
HER NAME rings fear in the underground world of criminals in Nigeria due to her no-nonsense approach to issue of law and enforcement. She is scandal-free and has consistently been in the forefront of busting crimes all across the nation using training, technology and data analysis in ensuring a crime-free sector in the nation. She is not afraid of ‘fear’ as she always use various analytical methodology in tracking crimes and criminals, no matter where it is hidden in Nigeria. This is the main reason, many legal scholars, the media and members of the international community coined a monika for MARGARET OCHALLA, an Assistant Inspector General of Police (A.I.G.) at the Force Headquarters Annex, Lagos as ‘Crime Buster Queen of Nigeria’.
Ochalla has been nominated for Rainbow Magazine Nigeria’s Super Cop Award in a ceremony that will attract dignitaries from all walks of life on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 at the premises of Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry Event Hall.
She has also been nominated for NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER for ‘Nigeria’s Most Outstanding Super Cop 2024 Hero Award’ in the United States of America.’
This beautiful Amazon, a highly intelligent law enforcement operative, is full of smiles even as she carries out her responsibilities daily in keeping Nigeria and Nigerians safe away from crimes and criminals, upholding the law at all times.
During her tenure then as Commissioner of Police, Special Fraud Unit, Lagos Annex, Ochalla outsmarted criminals, block any loophole to fraud and ensured that men and women of the Nigeria police are highly respected around the world.
Ochalla is regarded a super cop, a remarkable figure who serves as an inspiration to women police officers. Her outstanding leadership and dedicated service to the Nigeria police and country Nigeria earned her the prestigious title of female AIG.
For the records, National Crimewatch Award 2024 honored her with the award of ‘’Lifetime Achievement’’ on the 10th of October 2024, at the prestigious Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House) 22, Aguiyi Ironsi street, Maitama, Abuja, FCT. 12noon prompt.
It is a well-deserved recognition of her exceptional contributions. She shines like a guiding light, motivating others to strive for greatness. celebrating AIG Ochalla’s significant contributions to the field of law enforcement.
Her captivating beauty glows like ‘star’ and resolute character ensures justice is done and seen to have been done in all matters of law and enforcement in the country. She’s known for her unwavering commitment, she approaches her duties with an unparalleled sense of honesty, kindness, and humility.
During her evergreen tenure as commissioner of police, Police Special Fraud Unit, Milverton, her remarkable track record demonstrates her dedication to the force and her passion for justice.
Ochalla’s notable achievements as Force Gender Coordinator then was her role in the reactivation of the online reporting platform (www.fciidgender.net), offering victims a confidential platform to report cases of SGBV (Sexual and Gender-Based Violence) and related crimes.
Ochalla’s dedication to gender inclusivity and safety is evident in her establishment of the First-ever Police Gender Desks in all tertiary institutions across Nigeria. As a tireless advocate for gender equality and child protection, Ochalla authored a book titled “Understanding Child and Gender Protection for a Better Society.” This publication serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, law enforcement agencies, and individuals seeking to promote a safer and more equitable society.
It is in view of all her sterling qualities and virtues that she was elevated as an A.I.G. on March 18, 2025.
This soft-spoken police officer who is the current Police Basketball Association Chairman, was at a time the Chairman of the Police Golf Association and has headed several Committees in the past.
*AWARDS:
As a global advocate on gender affairs, Ochalla was conferred with the Ambassadorial Award by Global Gender Safety and Moral Development, and she received the prestigious Female Humanitarian of the Year award from the esteemed Hall of Fame. The Sheik of Dubai personally presented her with the Global Women Hall of Fame (CELD), further emphasizing her impact on a global scale.
Ochalla’s unwavering commitment, leadership, and remarkable achievements make her a deserving recipient of the Lifetime Achievement award. Her dedication to law enforcement and gender equality continues to inspire and pave the way for a safer and more inclusive society.
This super cop, is a remarkable figure who serves as an inspiration to others. Her outstanding leadership and dedicated service have earned her the prestigious title of Female Commissioner of the Year at the NAOSNP National Security Conference/Awards 2023, a well-deserved recognition of her exceptional contributions. She shines like a guiding light, motivating others to strive for greatness.
Having previously served in the Anti-Fraud Section under the Force Criminal Investigation Department, her remarkable track record demonstrates her dedication to the force and her passion for justice.
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