Home minister: New deputy IGP chosen after consultation with King, announcement due soon
KULIM, Sept 13 — The appointment of the new deputy inspector-general of police (IGP) has been finalised and will b...
KULIM, September 13 — The Home Minister has announced that the appointment of a new deputy inspector-general of police (IGP) has been finalized and will be disclosed soon. This decision was reached after thorough consultation, including obtaining the views of the King, as required by the Federal Constitution. Speaking to reporters following a visit to development projects under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), Saifuddin Nasution Ismail revealed that several names were considered during the selection process conducted by the Police Force Commission (SPP), chaired by the Home Minister himself.
The announcement of the selected candidate is expected in the next few hours or within the next one or two days. All officers holding the rank of police commissioner (CP) are eligible for the deputy IGP position, with currently 25 CP-ranked officers in the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), alongside three others in special capacities appointed by the IGP.
In July, Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, who had reached the mandatory retirement age, stepped down as deputy IGP, with Special Branch director Datuk Seri Ibrahim Darus currently acting in that role. Furthermore, the Kampung Badlishah/Ayer Putih Junjong road project, located near Kulim, will offer an alternative route for motorists traveling between Serdang, Kedah, and Seberang Perai, Penang.
This 12-kilometer road project is anticipated to reduce travel time by over 30 minutes, enhancing convenience and positively impacting residents.
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