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Malay Mail
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Outgoing IGP Razarudin retires after 42 years, urges creation of dedicated police ministry
KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — Outgoing Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain today handed over his duties to his successor, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail, marking the end of a 42-year career with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). The official handover ceremony, held at the Dewan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Hashim in Pulapol Kuala Lumpur, also saw the appointment of Datin Sri Munirah Che Rose as the new chairperson of the Police Family Association (PERKEP) Malaysia. Razarudin congratulated Khalid on his appointment as the 15th Inspector-General of Police, expressing confidence in Khalid's leadership and integrity in taking the force to greater heights. 'Congratulations also to Datin Sri Munirah Che Rose on her appointment. I believe she will continue to uphold PERKEP's legacy,' he said in a statement today. He also extended his congratulations to several senior officers appointed as department directors, including CP Hussein Omar Khan, CP Rusdi Mohd Isa, CP Hamzah Ahmad and DCP Gilbert Philip Layang. Reflecting on his tenure, Razarudin highlighted the force's evolution into a respected institution in the region and globally, crediting the leadership of the Prime Minister and Home Minister, as well as the commitment of PDRM personnel. He acknowledged several key initiatives, including the RM2.3 billion allocation for police infrastructure under the 12th Malaysia Plan, the strengthening of border security in Sabah and Sarawak, and ongoing efforts to revamp public sector remuneration. He also outlined his vision for the force, which included the formation of a dedicated Cyber and Technology Department, enhancing police training through accredited diploma programmes, and positioning PDRM's Kuala Lumpur Police College as a regional hub for cybercrime and narcotics research. Razarudin expressed hope that the government would consider placing PDRM under a dedicated ministry, similar to law enforcement agencies in other countries, to further strengthen the institution. Emphasising the importance of integrity, he said the force would continue to address internal issues of misconduct and corruption, while also enhancing communication with the public and media to build trust. He concluded by expressing gratitude to all PDRM personnel, strategic partners and PERKEP members, and wished his successor continued success in leading the police force.
Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Razarudin confirms term as IGP ends on June 22
Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said a handover ceremony has been scheduled for June 20. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has confirmed that his term will end on June 22. According to Sinar Harian, Razarudin said he would not extend his contract out of respect for his mother's wishes. 'My mother asked me not to continue (as IGP). I've lived with her a long time and when she said that, I took it as a wish (from her). 'I wouldn't dare go against her,' he was quoted as saying at a community event in Kampung Parit Seberang, Kuala Pilah, today. Razarudin said his decision had been communicated to home minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. 'There's no need to extend the contract. Two years as IGP is enough. It's time for a successor,' he said, adding that a handover ceremony had been tentatively scheduled for June 20. Speculation had been rife after media reports quoted sources as saying a handover ceremony and final march-past would be held at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (Pulapol) next Friday. Razarudin, 61, was appointed to the position on June 23, 2023, following the retirement of Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani. He had held various key positions in the past, including assistant director of D9 criminal investigation department at Bukit Aman, deputy commander of the Special Task Force on Organised Crime, Penang CID chief, and Sabah deputy police commissioner. He later served as Perak deputy police chief before becoming the state's top cop. From 2021 to 2023, he led Bukit Aman's narcotics crime investigation department before being promoted to deputy IGP.
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
‘A mother's words are a prayer': Razarudin confirms bowing out as IGP June 22, citing mum's plea and new direction for police force
KUALA PILAH, June 15 — Inspector General of Police (IGP) Razarudin Husain has confirmed he will step down on June 22, ending a two-year term as head of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). Razarudin, 61, said he chose not to extend his contract, citing the wishes of his 86-year-old mother, Rahmah Abdul Rahman, as a key reason. The final marching-out ceremony is scheduled for June 20. 'This is my final official programme. It was always meant to be a two-year term and when my mother expressed that wish, I respected it. 'A mother's words are a prayer, I wouldn't go against her,' he told reporters at the IGP MADANI 2025 Village Adoption Harmony Programme in Kampung Parit Seberang here today. He said he had conveyed his decision to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and believed it was time for someone new to take over. Razarudin was appointed in June 2023 on a two-year contract following his retirement, replacing Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani as Malaysia's 14th Inspector General of Police. Born in Dengkil, Selangor, in 1963, he holds a master's degree in social science (policing studies) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. — Bernama
Washington Post
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
Democrats accuse Gabbard of illegal interference in IG office
Senior Democratic lawmakers accused Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Monday of violating the law with personnel moves they said threaten independent oversight of the 18 intelligence agencies she oversees. In a letter, they provided new details of a standoff between Gabbard and her congressionally-mandated inspector general. The Washington Post reported last week that Gabbard had installed a top adviser, reporting to her, in the Intelligence Community Inspector General's office, a highly unusual move that former U.S. officials said could undermine its integrity. Gabbard also has fired the acting general counsel in the inspector general's office.
Washington Post
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
Signal inquiry examines if Hegseth — or an aide — shared attack plans
The Defense Department inspector general's office is examining whether it was Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth or an aide, perhaps acting at his behest, who used Hegseth's account on the unclassified chat application Signal to divulge detailed information about forthcoming air attacks on Yemen, according to people familiar with the Pentagon watchdog's work and communications reviewed by The Washington Post.
