State Minister at the Ministry of Higher Education, Dr. Abdullah Fairoosh has been transferred to the Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology.

A government official confirmed to One Online that Fairoosh has been transferred to Homeland Security and Technology. He was also appointed as a Minister of State at the Homeland Ministry.

Fairoosh, who announced his resignation from the Higher Education Ministry, said in a post on X tonight that he was happy with his work in the Higher Education Ministry.

"Big thanks to Minister [Mariya], the leadership, & staff, [including] the SAILS team, whose passion made every challenge worthwhile. Your commitment has been inspiring, and this experience truly fulfilling," he added.

Fairoosh, who has held senior police positions, retired from the police service in January 2021. Before retiring, he last served as Assistant Commissioner of Police.