President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has formally appointed Assistant Commissioner of Police Ahmed Mohamed as the new Commissioner of the Maldives Police Service (MPS).
The appointment follows the retirement of the former Commissioner, Ismail Naveen, and concludes a competitive selection process that featured three high-ranking contenders for the top post. The other candidates were Deputy Police Commissioner Farhad Fikri and Assistant Commissioner Abdulla Shareef.
Commissioner Ahmed Mohamed brings a wealth of experience to the role, having dedicated over three decades to the police force since first joining in 1995. His extensive career spans key senior positions within both the operational and investigative branches of the MPS, equipping him with a comprehensive understanding of the institution's challenges and priorities.
His professional training is further bolstered by an IPS Probationers Basic Training Course completed at the prestigious Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy in India.
Academically, Commissioner Mohamed is exceptionally qualified, holding both a Bachelor of Sharia (Honours) and a Master of Sharia from Villa College, a background that provides a unique perspective on law and justice.
In assuming command, Commissioner Ahmed Mohamed has received the full assurance of cooperation from the Maldives Police Service. He has pledged to lead the institution in its paramount mission—ensuring the safety and security of all citizens and steadfastly maintaining the public's trust in the police force.