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Malay Mail
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Ex-Special Branch chief Khalid Ismail is new IGP, succeeding Razarudin
KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail has been appointed as the new Inspector-General of Police on a two-year contract beginning June 23, 2025. The announcement was made by Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail who said the appointment has the consent of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the advice of the prime minister and the recommendation of the Police Force Commission. In a media statement, Saifuddin Nasution said that Mohd Khalid 'possesses the competency and strong leadership qualities to ensure continuity and assume the responsibilities of leading the Royal Malaysia Police'. Mohd Khalid began his policing career in 1987 and has served in various key roles including deputy director of Special Branch, the police intelligence division, and as security liaison officer in London. Prior to his new appointment, the 60-year-old served as director of the Special Branch and retired on April 8 but was reappointed on a contract basis from that date until now. Saifuddin Abdullah congratulated Mohd Khalid on his appointment. Incumbent IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain steps down from the post today after a two-year term. He succeeded Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani. Razarudin's handover ceremony and farewell parade is scheduled for today at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre on Jalan Semarak.
Daily Express
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Rally can proceed but must steer clear of 3R issues: Police
Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 20, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: ACP Kasim advised that the rally be conducted peacefully and orderly, without provocation or disturbance to public order. Kota Kinabalu: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will not obstruct the planned Gempur Rasuah Sabah 2.0 peaceful rally scheduled for this Saturday. However, organisers have been reminded to steer clear of sensitive issues involving race, religion and royalty (3R). Advertisement Kota Kinabalu District Police Chief, ACP Kasim Muda, in a response letter to the organisers, advised that the rally be conducted peacefully and orderly, without provocation or disturbance to public order. Meanwhile, the organisers, a group known as Suara Mahasiswa UMS, described the police's response this time as 'unprecedented'. 'It should be normalised as a sign of respect towards the right to assemble and express, as guaranteed under the Federal Constitution,' the group stated. The rally is expected to begin at 1pm in front of Suria Sabah shopping mall, with participants marching to Lintasan Deasoka, Gaya Street, and continuing the demonstration through Sunday. Advertisement Organisers are maintaining their demands, including firm action on the Sabah Water Department scandal, institutional reforms and suspension of individuals accused of corruption. Meanwhile, members of the public are advised to plan their journeys in advance tomorrow (June 21) due to temporary road closures in the city centre in conjunction with the 74th Official Birthday Celebration of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri. Kasim said several key roads would be closed from 5am to 10am to accommodate the official parade involving 80 contingents and estimated 10,000 participants at Padang Merdeka. 'The closures will affect five main routes leading to Padang Merdeka, namely Bulatan Bunga Raya, Bulatan Capital (Bandaran), Simpang Tiga Bukit Bendera, Jalan Dewan, and the Jalan Padang junction near KFC Bandaran,' he said in a statement. As a result, the KK Bypass will serve as the primary route for vehicles transporting parade participants, ministers, department heads and other invited guests. The full parade will begin along Jalan Dewan and Jalan Istana and end at Padang Merdeka, while Jalan Padang will serve as the designated parking area for official vehicles. The police also urged the public not to park their vehicles along the parade routes to prevent congestion and ensure the smooth flow of the event. 'We truly appreciate the cooperation and patience of the public to ensure the safety and success of this meaningful celebration,' Kasim added. For further enquiries, the public may contact the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division, Kota Kinabalu District Police Headquarters at 088-529288. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
20 hours ago
- The Sun
Stay vigilant, use discretion to avoid being scammed, advises N. Sembilan MB
SEREMBAN: People in Negeri Sembilan, especially civil servants and retirees, are advised to be vigilant and use their discretion to avoid becoming victims of fraud. Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun said this follows a report of an increase in commercial crime in the state, recording losses totalling RM47.74 million in the January to March period this year, compared with RM33.84 million in the same period last year. He said fraud cases involve not only senior citizens or retirees but young people who are exposed to scammers. 'Scammers are now more cunning; they target all age groups no matter young or old... even my child once fell victim to a scam related to gym membership. 'Fortunately, my child realised it (scam) in time, and only lost RM200 of the original sum of RM2,000,' he told reporters after the Negeri Sembilan State Government Administration Retirees Appreciation Ceremony 2024 at Palm Seremban Hotel here today. Also present at the event was State Secretary Datuk Mohd Zafir Ibrahim. Aminuddin, who is also the Port Dickson member of parliament said the state government will continue to cooperate with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) as well as related agencies in comprehensively combating fraud activities.
Malay Mail
a day ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
‘Firm yet close to the people': Home minister honours IGP Razarudin's service ahead of retirement
KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has extended his appreciation to Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, who will conclude his two-year tenure at the helm of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) this Sunday. Saifuddin Nasution, in a social media post, said he received a courtesy call from Razarudin at his office yesterday evening, held in conjunction with the retirement of the 14th IGP. 'In this cordial meeting, I took the opportunity to extend my personal appreciation and thanks to Tan Sri for his service, sacrifices and dedication to PDRM, especially during his tenure as IGP. 'Throughout his service, he demonstrated firm and principled leadership yet always remained close to the people,' he said. Meanwhile, according to a post on PDRM's official Facebook page, Razarudin was granted an audience with the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, and the Sultan of Terengganu, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, in conjunction with the conclusion of his contract. The audiences took place at Istana Hinggap Perak and Istana Hinggap Terengganu, respectively, earlier yesterday. Razarudin was appointed as the 14th IGP on June 23, 2023, on a two-year contract, succeeding Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani. — Bernama
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
IGP turns RM5,000 court award from blogger Papagomo into welfare boost for cops
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain has donated RM5,000 to the Tabung Amanah Warisan Polis (TAWP), using funds awarded by the court in his committal proceedings against blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, better known as Papagomo. In a statement, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) said a mock cheque for the amount was presented to Bukit Aman management director Datuk Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid, who is also a permanent member of TAWP, in a brief ceremony at the IGP's office here today. This is Razarudin's second contribution to TAWP, following a RM10,000 donation made on February 24, bringing his total personal contribution to RM15,000. 'This contribution reflects my support for TAWP's welfare initiatives to assist police officers, personnel and their children in need. 'Funds like this are essential in easing the financial burden of those in need, especially within the police community,' Razarudin said in the statement. On April 30, Papagomo issued an unconditional apology to Razarudin over defamatory statements made earlier this year. Judicial Commissioner Gan Techiong, in delivering the ruling, said the apology read out in court must also be published on YouTube, TikTok, X, and Telegram for at least seven days. The court also ordered Papagomo to pay RM5,000 in costs. In February, the court granted Razarudin permission to initiate committal proceedings against Papagomo for allegedly breaching a court injunction dated January 10. The injunction prohibited Papagomo or his representatives from publishing or disseminating any defamatory statements against Razarudin on social media, whether in his official capacity as IGP or his personal capacity. This included statements made in writing, orally, through videos, or via online platforms and messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram. The court was originally scheduled to hear contempt of court proceedings initiated by Razarudin against the blogger, but both parties were advised to seek a resolution, which led to Wan Muhammad Azri's apology and subsequent purging of the contempt. On December 26 last year, Razarudin filed a RM3 million lawsuit against Papagomo for alleged defamation, which also involved the name of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Bernama
