Parliament on Friday unanimously approved the appointment of Merlyn Nachulu Yolamu as the new Inspector General of the Malawi Police Service.

Both sides of the House voted yes for the appointment of Yolamu to head the service on the basis of her competence, experience and integrity.

Yolamu who boasts of 35 years’ experience in the police service, has become the first woman confirmed to ascend to the helm of power at the Police Service.

Minister of Homeland Security Jean Sendeza said the just confirmed police Chief has rose through all ranks and has a number of accolades to her name, emphasizing her rightfulness to the candidature.

Speaking on behalf of the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Zomba Chisi lawmaker, Mark Botomani while supporting the appointment of Yolamu, urged the new IG to guard against impartiality, uphold the constitution and discharge her duties without executive interference.

The United Democratic Front (UDF) through Lilian Patel has tipped Yolamu to deal with challenges that stain the image of the police citing corruption and sexual harassment.

Merlyn Nachulu Yolamu has replaced Dr. George Kainja who was relieved of his duties due to his alleged involvement in the infamous Zunneth Sattar connected corrupt dealings.