The Inspector General of the Police, Joseph Shikongo, has expressed his readiness for retirement, despite speculations suggesting that his term might be extended.

Lieutenant General Shikongo, who has been the police chief since August 2022, is set to retire at the end of this month as he turns 60 tomorrow. 

However, there has been speculation within the police force that Shikongo's tenure might be extended.

He told Nampa on Monday that the appointing authority has not yet contacted him for a possible extension.

The Police Inspector General noted that he is ready to retire and prepared to go home like any other person turning 60.

Shikongo's main focus, he elaborated, is to go home, as he was in the war and the journey he traveled was long, hence the anticipated rest.