UN recognizes Rwandan Police Officers

A total of 186 Rwanda National Police officers serving under the United Nations-African Union Hybrid Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) and United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) received United Nations Medals for their service.

Among the officers recognized, 91 were women.

While officiating at the UNAMID function, Mr. Mohammad Younis, the deputy Special Representative of the Secretary General (DSRSG) appreciated the role played by Rwandan Police officers in achieving their UNAMID mandate.

The UNAMID police commissioner, Mr. James oppong-Boanih, who presented the medals said that Rwandan National Police officers have performed their responsibilities with dignity therefore deserve the medals.