I’m the First Woman To Carry AK-47 In Kwara, I Hunted Armed Robbers — Retired DSP
For 35 years, Alhaja Medinat Ronke Garuba built a reputation as one of Kwara State’s toughest police officers. Colleagues and suspects alike called her the “Iron Lady” because of her uncompromising approach to fighting crime. She says she was the first female police officer in the state to carry an AK-47 rifle and to serve […]
Alhaja Medinat Ronke Garuba, a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police, has lived a life full of courage, controversy, and sacrifice. She has served in Kwara State's police force for over three decades. Her reputation as the "Iron Lady" is well-earned, as she was the first woman in the state to carry an AK-47 rifle and serve in the Anti-Robbery Section.
Her career has been marked by breaking barriers, tackling dangerous operations, and exposing corruption within the force. Garuba was inspired to become a police officer because she genuinely loved the job and wanted to fight crime and protect innocent people. She never saw herself as competing with men but focused on doing her work professionally.
Despite facing opposition and false allegations, Garuba remained uncompromising and dedicated to her duty. One of her most significant achievements was exposing a fake police officer who was posing as an Inspector. She also recovered stolen vehicles and firearms throughout her career. Garuba volunteered for duties that others avoided, even during her early motherhood, because she loved the job and wanted to ensure criminals knew the police were always alert.
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