The Divisional Commander of NCD/Central Assistant Commissioner of Police Benjamin TURI, is proud to announce the appointment of Superintendent Warrick Simatab as the new Metropolitan Superintendent for the National Capital District (NCD) Police Command.
Superintendent Simatab is a career police officer who has risen through the ranks, beginning his service as a constable. His professional journey is a testament to dedication, discipline, and unwavering commitment to public service.
He brings with him a wealth of operational and administrative experience, having started his career in 1992 in public safety and criminal investigations within NCD. He later served at Police Headquarters in the Human Resource Division, where his leadership and expertise contributed significantly to organizational development.
In 2020, he was appointed as the Director of Human Resource Management, where he played a strategic role in overseeing the development, deployment, and welfare of police personnel nationwide.
At the end of 2023, Superintendent Simatab returned to NCD as the Superintendent Administration, where he was tasked with enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the administrative support provided to operational commands.
Speaking on his appointment, Superintendent Simatab stated:
“I’m humbled and honored to be appointed as the Metropolitan Superintendent for the National Capital District. It’s both a privilege and a serious responsibility to serve the people of our nation’s capital and to lead the brave men and women of the NCD Police Command.”
He added:
“I look forward to supporting the Divisional Commander, Assistant Commissioner of Police Benjamin Turi, in implementing the NCD Annual Management Plan. Our collective goal is to align with the Police Commissioner’s strategic direction, ensure the successful delivery of provincial and district development plans, and provide clear, visible indicators of police service delivery to every Papua New Guinean.”
Superintendent Simatab’s leadership marks a renewed focus on accountability, professionalism, good governance, and community trust in policing across the National Capital District.
