International Police Academy UNIPOL Appoints Colonel Oktiabr Tolobaev as Country Director of Law Enforcement Academies – Section Kyrgyzstan17 July 2025 | United States of America.

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Jul 17
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International Police Academy UNIPOL Appoints Colonel Oktiabr Tolobaev as Country Director of Law Enforcement Academies – Section Kyrgyzstan17 July 2025 | United States of America

Under the leadership of Dr. Alexander Jan M (Hany El Zahar), Executive Director, Founder, and CEO of the International Police Academy UNIPOL, and upon recommendation from Insp. Murat Atadjanov, Country Director – Uzbekistan Section, with the support of Prof. Yuval Binstoc, IPA, Sir Junustia Brecen, and IPA President (Rtd.) Senior Superintendent of Police Shuaib Adam HSC OLY VJ, International Director of Law Enforcement, Police, and Military, Colonel Tolobaev’s leadership will play a pivotal role in strengthening Kyrgyzstan’s law enforcement capabilities within the global security framework.

This appointment recognizes Colonel Tolobaev’s distinguished service and contributions to national security, law enforcement leadership, and international cooperation. With over 25 years of experience combating organized crime, narcotics interdiction, and high-level law enforcement strategy, Colonel Tolobaev brings a wealth of expertise to this role, reinforcing UNIPOL’s commitment to advancing law enforcement education and capacity-building globally.

A Distinguished Career in Law Enforcement

Colonel Tolobaev served as Commander of Kyrgyzstan’s Elite Narcotics Interdiction Unit, successfully dismantling 47 international drug trafficking networks in five years. As Director of the Bishkek Criminal Investigations Division, he increased the case resolution rate from 62% to 89%, demonstrating exceptional operational leadership.

As Chair of the National Police Reform Strategic Committee, Colonel Tolobaev led the modernization of Kyrgyzstan’s INTERPOL integration framework, reinforcing transnational cooperation and efficiency in cross-border crime-fighting.

In the private sector, he founded the Global Security & Intelligence Group, providing protective services to 23 multinational corporations while serving as a Certified International Investigations Specialist, resolving cross-border cases in nine countries.

Academic and Professional Credentials

Higher Education Diploma in Criminal Law & Legal Jurisprudence – Kyrgyz National University, Faculty of Law & Political Science
Advanced Diploma in Criminal Investigations – Kyrgyz Ministry of Internal Affairs Academy
Specialized Counterterrorism & Organized Crime Training – INTERPOL Global Security Institute

Leadership Roles

First Deputy President, International Police Association (IPA), representing the Kyrgyz Republic in this 400,000+ member global organization
Regional Director, International Police Academy, overseeing elite security force training across Kyrgyz Republic
National Security Consultant, advising government and private sector entities across Kyrgyzstan and neighboring states

Awards and Recognition

National Hero Medal – Kyrgyzstan’s highest civilian honor (2018)
INTERPOL Golden Shield Award – for exceptional contributions to transnational crime-fighting
EUROPOL Distinguished Leadership Prize (2020) – for innovation in security strategies

Vision for the Future

“Building a borderless security ecosystem through standardized international police training protocols, establishing IPA first Smart Policing Hub in Bishkek, and integrating public-private security strategies to address 21st-century threats.”— Colonel Oktiabr Tolobaev

In his role as Country Director of Law Enforcement Academies – Section Kyrgyzstan, Colonel Tolobaev will oversee the development and implementation of advanced training programs for law enforcement professionals across Kyrgyzstan, ensuring alignment with international best practices.

His appointment reflects UNIPOL’s mission to foster global partnerships, enhance police training standards, and prepare law enforcement professionals to address evolving global security challenges.