KOTA KINABALU: The appointment of Eastern Sabah Security Command (Esscom) commander Datuk Victor Sanjos as the state's new Police Commissioner is a recognition of his extensive experience and leadership qualities, says Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan.
The Keningau MP said Sanjos’ promotion, taking over from Datuk Jauteh Dikun, is also an acknowledgement of his dedicated service to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
Sanjos will be the new Commissioner from Dec 11.
"As the MP for Keningau, I am particularly proud to see a son of Keningau rise to one of the highest police leadership positions in the state.
"His achievement is not only a testament to his capabilities and dedication but also a source of inspiration and pride for the people of Keningau and Sabah as a whole," Kitingan, who is also Tambunan assemblyman and Sabah STAR president, said on Tuesday (Nov 10).
He said Sanjos, who hails from Kampung Ranggom in Apin-Apin, has achieved a significant milestone, particularly for the people of Sabah’s interior districts.
His promotion shows that dedication, commitment and hard work can open doors to the highest levels of leadership, Kitingan added.
"I am confident that, with his wealth of experience and proven leadership, Datuk Victor will continue to strengthen the professionalism of the PDRM, enhance public safety and security, and ensure that the law is enforced fairly, firmly and with integrity," Kitingan said.
He also hopes that under Sanjos’ leadership, public confidence in the police force will continue to grow, particularly in addressing Sabah’s increasingly complex security challenges, including border security, cross-border crime and community safety.
"Once again, I extend my heartiest congratulations to him on his well-deserved promotion and appointment.
"May he be entrusted with the wisdom, strength and determination to discharge his important responsibilities successfully in safeguarding the security, peace and well-being of the people of Sabah," Kitingan said.
