The National Police Service (NPS) has dismissed media reports suggesting that the tenure of the Director of Criminal Investigations has come to an end, terming the claims as “misleading, speculative and inaccurate.”
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the police service said Mohamed Amin remains lawfully in office and continues to discharge his duties as head of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
“The claim that Mr Amin’s tenure ‘ends today’ is factually inaccurate, premature and misleading,” the statement said, adding that matters concerning the appointment and tenure of senior security officials are governed strictly by law and established procedures.
The NPS further criticised sections of the media over what it described as sensational reporting, warning that such coverage risks creating unnecessary uncertainty and eroding public confidence in security institutions.
At the same time, the police service rejected allegations that the DCI is “haunted by abductions,” terming the claims as reckless and unsubstantiated.
“Asserting that the Directorate is associated with abductions irresponsibly tarnishes the entire institution,” the statement said.
The NPS maintained that all reported cases of abductions and missing persons are thoroughly investigated, noting that some high-profile incidents have turned out to be staged.
“In several instances, investigations have revealed deliberate attempts by individuals or groups to stage disappearances to generate public sympathy or undermine public confidence,” the service said.
However, it added that genuine cases are handled with the seriousness they deserve and pursued to their logical conclusion.
The police also highlighted achievements under Amin’s leadership, including improved forensic capabilities, dismantling of criminal networks and enhanced international cooperation, including his recent election to a key position at INTERPOL.
The statement urged media houses to exercise responsibility and verify information before publication, particularly on matters touching on national security.
Oversight of police conduct, the service added, is carried out within a strict legal framework involving institutions such as the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), the courts and Parliament.
The NPS reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and maintaining professionalism, saying it would not be distracted by what it termed sensational headlines.
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