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Ever wondered who the people behind Police Life are?
Behind every article is a group of dedicated journalists who go on the ground with a curious heart to chronicle the officers, moments and milestones of the Singapore Police Force (SPF).
The Mentor
Every newsroom needs a steady hand at the helm, and for Police Life, that’s Ms Ng Yun Shiean.
As Head of the Editorial Unit, she manages the editorial calendar, edits articles, reviews readership data and mentors journalists and interns in their work. Beyond Police Life, the Editorial Unit also produces the SPF Annual and reviews public-facing editorial content such as articles and publications from other Police units.
Having worked across the Home Team in domains such as human resources, communications and community engagement, leading the Editorial Unit felt like a natural step for Yun Shiean. “I saw this role as a chance to pursue my love for storytelling and to grow as a leader,” she shared.
Having joined the team in 2023 during its first year of transitioning from a print publication to an online platform, she understands the importance of Police Life evolving with the times. Whether it’s incorporating videos into articles or leveraging AI, she’s a strong believer in embracing innovation to produce stronger content and raise audience engagement, all while maintaining an authentic voice for Police Life.
“While many officers may share similar motivations for joining the SPF, each officer’s journey is different. Our role is to bring out those unique perspectives and tell each story in a way that resonates with readers,” she said.
A Voice Shaped by Her Policing Experience
Inspired by her sister’s service as a Police officer, Station Inspector (SI) Al Cheng Hsiao Yean decided to join the SPF in December 2001. Since then, the different postings that she has had (most recently as a Police Coast Guard (PCG) Command and Control Surveillance Operator) have motivated her to tell the stories of her fellow officers, in her own voice.
Joining the Editorial Unit in December 2023, she found it an eye-opening experience. “Before becoming a journalist, my perspective was shaped largely by my operational postings in PCG,” she said. “Now, with the opportunity to meet more officers from across SPF, I can contribute as a journalist by sharing stories that might otherwise remain untold.”
The Curious Wordsmith
For Ms Eunice Sng, curiosity has always been her driving quality as a journalist.
After graduating from Nanyang Technological University with a degree in Communication Studies, Eunice joined a regional online news operation, covering social issues and profiling individuals with remarkable stories to share.
This experience allowed her to exercise her sense of curiosity and sharpen her writing skills: “I was encouraged to write as clearly and as close to the actual events as possible.”
Joining the Editorial Unit in December 2025, Eunice got the chance to meet a range of Police officers and learn more about the work of keeping Singapore safe and secure. She also got to balance reportage and storytelling with operational considerations.
“Every story has to be truthful and meaningful while taking into account the context in which it is told,” she explained. “So, when writing, I have to constantly find a balance that best communicates the story.”
A Vision for the Unseen
“I couldn’t imagine working a desk-bound, nine-to-five job for my whole career,” said Inspector (Insp) Nuraisha Ibrahim.
Having served in the Force for 27 years (including a stint in Community Policing at Punggol Neighbourhood Police Centre), she joined the Editorial Unit in December 2025. Though it’s still early in her journey as a writer, she’s keen to celebrate the reality of the little-seen, everyday work of officers.
Though Insp Nuraisha is no longer on the ground doing the frontline policing work that she loves, she brings the same drive to her role as a journalist. She regularly goes for photo shoots at Police units, capturing photos and videos that do visual justice to her fellow officers and their work. In this way, she continues to serve not just the Force but the people in it.
“The stories I find most meaningful are the ones about ordinary officers doing extraordinary things in quiet, unrecognised ways,” Insp Nuraisha shared. “I hope Police Life remains a platform where our officers’ experiences are honoured and their sense of pride in the uniform renewed through every article.”
A Fresh Perspective
If there’s one person that can brighten up the newsroom better than a cuppa coffee, it would be Ms Nurulhuda Maswari Abu!
Having completed an operations posting with the Ministry of Home Affairs followed by a term with the communications team at the Central Narcotics Bureau, she joined the Editorial Unit in May 2026 to explore editorial communications, which was new to her.
“I saw that a position with Police Life was available during the annual posting exercise and applied for it in a heartbeat,” she recalled.
Like the other journalists on the team, her typical day includes brainstorming sessions, interviews, photo shoots, writing, a dose of laughter and deciding where everyone should go for lunch. But beneath her light-hearted energy is someone who’s constantly learning, adapting and embracing new challenges.
What surprised Nurul most wasn't just discovering the creative aspects of editorial work, but also the warm and welcoming team culture. “I hope to bring fresh ideas to Police Life while continuing to tell the stories of our officers,” she shared.
