MANILA, Philippines – Police Lt. Gen. Guillermo Eleazar on Wednesday said that he accepts the challenges of becoming the next Philippine National Police (PNP) chief.
“To be appointed as the chief PNP is a rare opportunity, but comes with the challenges of good leadership and meeting the high expectations of the Filipino people. I accept these challenges,” said Eleazar in a statement.
Eleazar was appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte, as confirmed by Interior Secretary Eduardo Ao to reporters on Wednesday.
He will be the sixth PNP chief under the Duterte administration. He will take over the post of Gen. Debold Sinas, who is set to retire on May 8.
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