UNMISS honours C/Supt. Rosina Adwoa Donkor Gariba

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has honoured C/Supt. Rosina Adwoa Donkor Gariba, for her outstanding service as Deputy Contingent Commander of the Ghana Formed Police Unit (FPU) Rotation-9 in Bentiu, South Sudan.

The FPU is a specialised, highly trained and equipped unit of the Ghana Police Service (GPS), designed to act as a cohesive, mobile and backup force to maintain public order and security. Formerly the Armoured Car Squadron (ACS), the unit manages riots, conducts counter-terrorism operations and protects key installations.

The ceremony, held in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, brought together a high-powered UN delegation, including the UN Police Commissioner, Meinolf Schlotmann.  

The commendation recognises her exceptional professionalism, diligence and competence as a deputy commanding officer with Ghana FPU-1.

UNPOL Police Commissioner Schlotmann praised her contributions, stating that she served with distinction and made valuable contributions to the implementation of the UNMISS mandate.

Work

During her deployment to Bentiu in January 2025, C/Supt Gariba spearheaded humanitarian initiatives benefiting vulnerable groups, including provisions for girls and vocational training for women and girls in the region.

Before joining UNMISS, C/Supt. Gariba served as Officer Commanding at the National Police Training School in Accra, where she trained many recruits and facilitated community policing courses as a police academy facilitator.

In a quote to commemorate the UNSCR 1325 recently, C/Supt. Gariba, who is a Deputy Commanding Officer of the GHANFPU1, said, “As a woman peacekeeper, I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact we make in building peace and stability. We bring unique perspectives, lead initiatives and empower local women and girls through skills training and health programmes.

“Our work demonstrates that women are an essential part of achieving lasting peace. I urge partners and communities to continue supporting and recognising the vital role of women in peacekeeping, as their participation is crucial to creating a more inclusive and secure future for all”.