Iskandar puteri: Integrity and trustworthiness must continue to serve as the cornerstone of every level of the security forces to ensure public confidence in law enforcement institutions is maintained, said Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay. He emphasized that the strength of an organisation is not solely dependent on physical facilities, buildings, or sophisticated assets, but is determined by the integrity and honesty of its personnel.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ayob Khan stated that an organisation may possess extensive experience, skills, and complete assets, but without integrity, all of these hold little value. He remarked, "The true strength of an organisation lies in the honesty of each of its members. If integrity collapses, no matter how advanced the facilities it possesses, public trust will be lost."
Ayob Khan further elaborated by saying, "If we lose wealth, we lose nothing. If we lose health, we lose something. But if we lose character, we lose everything. That is why integrity and moral values are so important in life," during the opening ceremony of the Iskandar Puteri district police headquarters (IPD). Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad was also present at the event.
He stressed the importance of safeguarding the trust placed in every member of the force, emphasizing that it should never be compromised. Ayob Khan warned against any form of abuse of power, corruption, or disciplinary misconduct that could tarnish the image of the force and undermine public confidence. "Never use rank as a shield against legal action. Anyone who betrays the public trust must face appropriate action, regardless of position or rank," he asserted.
In addressing modern security challenges, Ayob Khan highlighted that authorities are now confronting more complex threats beyond conventional crimes, including cybercrime, online scam syndicates, cross-border smuggling, and transnational crime. He urged the police force to enhance its operational and investigative capabilities through a more proactive, swift, and data-driven approach to ensure public safety remains safeguarded.