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Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
With Razarudin set to retire, who are the frontrunners to succeed him as IGP?
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — Incumbent Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain is set to retire after serving out of his appointment contract, fuelling speculation as to who will succeed him. As a civil servant, Razarudin was initially slated for mandatory retirement in 2023, but had his tenure extended for two years on a 'contract after retirement' basis. With Razarudin due to step down on June 22, three contenders have emerged at the forefront of the nation's top cop post. Malay Mail takes a look at who these frontrunners are: Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay As the second-in-command, deputy IGP Ayob Khan is widely considered the leading candidate to succeed Razarudin. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, addresses the media during special conference at Bukit 23, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel A native Kedahan, Ayob Khan graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and joined the force in 1991. He started out as an Assistant Superintendent in Bukit Aman's Special Branch in 1993 and worked his way up to become one of its most senior officers, leading the department's counter-terrorism division (E8) in 2016. As E8 principal assistant director, Ayob Khan made a name for himself where he was at the forefront of the hunt for the Islamic State (IS) militants in the country, leading crackdowns on the their domestic activities. In 2019, Ayob Khan also led several operations against individuals suspected of supporting the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) — a separatist and terrorist group that had been active in Sri Lanka until its official defeat in 2009. He was later promoted to Johor police chief and became the directors for both Bukit Aman's Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Criminal Investigation Department prior to his appointment as deputy IGP. Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim Azmi is currently serving as Bukit Aman's Internal Security and Public Order Department (KDNKA) director after having joined the force in 1987. Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim speaks to the press during the launching of the 90th Annual General Delegates Meeting of Koperasi PDRM Berhad at Seri Pacific Hotel. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin He has a Master's Degree in Business Administration from UiTM Shah Alam. Prior to his current posting, Azmi also previously served as Petaling Jaya police chief, Kuala Lumpur police chief and later Bukit Aman's Management Department director. He is also currently the chairman of Koperasi Polis Diraja Malaysia Berhad (KPDRM), a cooperative established primarily for the members of the Royal Malaysia Police aimed at providing various financial and social services to its members. Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail As Special Branch director, Mohd Khalid was only recently appointed to lead Bukit Aman's key intelligence agency in 2023. He previously served as a deputy director in the same department. As Special Branch director, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail was only recently appointed to lead Bukit Aman's key intelligence agency in 2023. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Diraja Malaysia However, not much information is publicly available about him, except the fact that Mohd Khalid will not be the first Special Branch director to assume the IGP post. These include his predecessors, namely Tan Sri Mohamad Fuzi Harun and Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador who were appointed IGPs, a departure from conventional protocol where the deputy IGP usually takes over.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
With Razarudin set to retire, who are the frontrunners to succeed him as IGP?
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — Incumbent Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain is set to retire after serving out of his appointment contract, fuelling speculation as to who will succeed him. As a civil servant, Razarudin was initially slated for mandatory retirement in 2023, but had his tenure extended for two years on a 'contract after retirement' basis. With Razarudin due to step down on June 22, three contenders have emerged at the forefront of the nation's top cop post. Malay Mail takes a look at who these frontrunners are: Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay As the second-in-command, deputy IGP Ayob Khan is widely considered the leading candidate to succeed Razarudin. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, addresses the media during special conference at Bukit 23, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel A native Kedahan, Ayob Khan graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and joined the force in 1991. He started out as an Assistant Superintendent in Bukit Aman's Special Branch in 1993 and worked his way up to become one of its most senior officers, leading the department's counter-terrorism division (E8) in 2016. As E8 principal assistant director, Ayob Khan made a name for himself where he was at the forefront of the hunt for the Islamic State (IS) militants in the country, leading crackdowns on the their domestic activities. In 2019, Ayob Khan also led several operations against individuals suspected of supporting the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) — a separatist and terrorist group that had been active in Sri Lanka until its official defeat in 2009. He was later promoted to Johor police chief and became the directors for both Bukit Aman's Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department and Criminal Investigation Department prior to his appointment as deputy IGP. Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim Azmi is currently serving as Bukit Aman's Internal Security and Public Order Department (KDNKA) director after having joined the force in 1987. Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim speaks to the press during the launching of the 90th Annual General Delegates Meeting of Koperasi PDRM Berhad at Seri Pacific Hotel. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin He has a Master's Degree in Business Administration from UiTM Shah Alam. Prior to his current posting, Azmi also previously served as Petaling Jaya police chief, Kuala Lumpur police chief and later Bukit Aman's Management Department director. He is also currently the chairman of Koperasi Polis Diraja Malaysia Berhad (KPDRM), a cooperative established primarily for the members of the Royal Malaysia Police aimed at providing various financial and social services to its members. Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail As Special Branch director, Mohd Khalid was only recently appointed to lead Bukit Aman's key intelligence agency in 2023. He previously served as a deputy director in the same department. As Special Branch director, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail was only recently appointed to lead Bukit Aman's key intelligence agency in 2023. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Diraja Malaysia However, not much information is publicly available about him, except the fact that Mohd Khalid will not be the first Special Branch director to assume the IGP post. These include his predecessors, namely Tan Sri Mohamad Fuzi Harun and Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador who were appointed IGPs, a departure from conventional protocol where the deputy IGP usually takes over.
Borneo Post
11-06-2025
- Borneo Post
Sarawakian Gilberd Philip Layang appointed Bukit Aman Logistics and Technology Dept acting director
Ayob Khan (centre) witnesses the exchange of documents between Sahabudin (left) and Gilberd during the handing over of duty ceremony today. – Bernama photo KUCHING (June 11) Sarawakian DCP Gilberd Philip Layang has been appointed as Bukit Aman Logistics and Technology Department (JLog) acting director effective today, according to a Bernama report. Hailing from Debak, Gilberd, who is Bukit Aman Logistics and Technology Department (JLog) Deputy Director Technical/Operations, takes over from Datuk Seri Sahabudin Abd Manan, who retired after 37 years of service in the force. The handing-over-of-duty ceremony was held at the Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Hasim Hall, Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (Pulapol) today and was witnessed by Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay. Ayob Khan, in his speech, described Sahabudin, who led JLog with commitment and integrity for almost four years since July 5, 2021, as a highly credible person. 'Throughout his 37 years of service, he has held various strategic positions at the contingent and department levels, namely the Kedah and Penang contingents, the Department of Internal Security and Public Order (KDNKA) and the Logistics Department. 'The effectiveness of his leadership also enabled various initiatives by other departments to be realised towards improving the force's service delivery inclusively,' he was quoted as saying by Bernama. Ayob Khan said that among JLog's proud achievements under Sahabudin's leadership was the development of the SMART Lockup system, which won the Asia Pacific Enterprise Innovation Award 2015. It was developed in collaboration with Mosti and Mimos. Another is the installation of permanent electricity in Bukit Tagasan, Semporna, welfare projects such as the Aksem Quarters in Padang Besar, as well as the empowerment of the Bomb Disposal Unit, which successfully dealt with high-calibre explosives. Meanwhile, Sahabudin, in his speech, said he was grateful to be able to end his career in a meaningful way and apologised for any shortcomings during his period of service. 'I gave everything. I did my best. But of course, sometimes my best wasn't good enough,' he said emotionally. He said JLog's leadership requires a collective approach and wisdom in making strategic decisions. Sahabudin, born in Terengganu, began his career as an ASP Cadet Officer on June 5, 1988, and graduated with a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of the Pacific, United States. ayob khan bukit aman Gilberd Philip Layang handing over lead Sahabudin
The Star
26-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
‘Media plays vital role in nation's safety, prosperity'
Working together: Razarudin (front row, eighth from left) with Ayob Khan and Mohd Shuhaily on his right, and other senior officers posing with media representatives who received certificates of appreciation during the IGP Appreciation Ceremony in Bukit Aman. — MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star KUALA LUMPUR: The media plays an important role in the preservation of national harmony and security with their ability to win the hearts and minds of the public, says Tan Sri Razarudin Husain. The Inspector-General of Police said the close partnership between the police and the media is based on shared civic responsibility, in which accurate information is shared with the public so justice is preserved at all times. 'Media platforms have a unique power in crossing physical barriers to influence thoughts and win hearts and minds to ensure the safety and prosperity of this country. 'The mass media is among the pillars and hopes of the police, not merely acting as providers of news and information but also serving as a source where truth and justice are revealed to the public,' he said in his speech during the IGP Appreciation Ceremony with the media in Bukit Aman yesterday. The nation's top cop also paid tribute to crime journalists during the ceremony. Based on professional ethics and oaths taken, the duties of police personnel and media practitioners are anchored in the interests of national security and sovereignty, racial harmony and inclusive national unity, the IGP said. 'As strategic partners, the media play an important role as the 'Fourth Estate'. 'Media practitioners are also observers who monitor our service delivery and ensure improvements in the management of the police force are always being conducted with integrity,' he said. Razarudin also expressed his deepest appreciation for the constant support from the media in disseminating information accurately and with integrity. He presented certificates of appreciation to 30 crime journalists during the ceremony, including The Star's Farik Zolkepli and Justin Zack. Among the top police officers who also attended the ceremony were Deputy IGP Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay and Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Comm Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain.
Malay Mail
14-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Lorry driver with six past convictions remanded over Teluk Intan crash that killed nine FRU officers
TELUK INTAN, May 14 – The driver of the lorry involved in a crash that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) policemen on Jalan Sungai Manik-Sungai Lampam has been remanded for four days, New Straits Times reported. The remand order, issued under Section 117 of the Criminal Procedure Code, was granted by Magistrate Naidatul Athirah Azman following an application by Hilir Perak police chief Assistant Commissioner Bakri Zainal Abidin. The order is effective from today until Saturday as investigations proceed under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless driving causing death. The 45-year-old suspect appeared in court around 8.50am wearing a black shirt and dark blue tracksuit. Yesterday, Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay clarified there was no ketum found in the lorry that crashed into the FRU vehicle and the driver's urine was negative for drugs. He said the 45-year-old lorry driver had a criminal record of six previous cases, one for drugs, one for rape and four for theft. However, he said all these cases have already been tried in court and sentencing was passed down. Earlier this morning, the final honours for nine personnel were completed in accordance with Royal Malaysia Police ceremonial protocols at the FRU Unit 5 base in Sungai Senam in Ipoh. Nine members of the FRU were killed, while two others sustained injuries, when a lorry carrying stones collided with an FRU truck transporting 15 personnel yesterday. Yesterday, Bakri said preliminary investigations suggested that a steering wheel failure was believed to have caused the accident.
