Datuk Seri Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid has been appointed as the new Deputy Inspector-General of Police (IGP) in Malaysia, succeeding Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, who retired in July. Datuk Seri Ibrahim Darus had temporarily held the position in an acting capacity. The announcement was made by Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail on Monday.
Abdul Aziz, 59, was born on February 19, 1967, in Penaga, Penang. He holds a Master’s degree in Social Science specializing in Police Studies from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and joined the police force on July 1, 1995. Throughout his career, he has held several senior roles, including Director of the Management Department, Deputy Director of the Special Branch, Deputy Director of the Narcotics Crime Investigation Department, deputy police chief of Penang, chief assistant director of Management (Policy/Resources), and chief assistant director of the Integrated Special Investigation Team.
The Home Minister praised Abdul Aziz’s expertise and leadership qualities as suited for the deputy IGP role, extending congratulations on his appointment.
In a separate matter, Saifuddin Nasution addressed ongoing police investigations into allegations made by Negeri Sembilan Mentri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim, who claimed he was coerced into signing a proclamation to remove Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir as the state’s Yang di-Pertuan Besar. The Home Minister confirmed that an investigation had been opened and is ongoing, with updates to be provided in due course.
Saifuddin also discussed the possibility of increasing the daily allowance for the People’s Volunteer Corps (Rela). Currently, Rela personnel receive RM8 per hour, which, when calculated for typical duty hours, falls below the minimum wage. The Finance Ministry has reportedly agreed in principle to review the allowance rate. Although no specific figures have been proposed, the study includes comparisons with the security company industry, where hourly rates range from RM12 to RM13 and include benefits such as social security contributions. Rela comprises about 150,000 personnel, with 35,000 actively engaged in duties such as road assistance management and security.
On the topic of maritime assets, Saifuddin confirmed that the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency is expecting delivery of a second patrol ship being constructed in Turkiye by the end of next year. He noted confidence in the procurement process, citing lessons learned from past projects such as the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) and Pulau Indah vessel, where funds were expended but the ships were not completed. Regarding a U.S. offer to provide a second ship, Saifuddin stated that Malaysia would decline if experts find it unsuitable operationally or financially.
The announcements reflect ongoing developments within Malaysia’s security and maritime enforcement sectors, as well as efforts to address internal governance issues and personnel welfare.