Demba Sowe appointed new deputy IGP of police
By Sulayman Waan
Following the retirement of former Deputy Inspector General of Police, Momodou Sowe, The Gambia Government on August 21, 2025 appointed Demba Sowe as Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP).
“The Gambia Police Force wishes to inform the public that Mr. Demba Sowe, formerly Assistant Inspector General of Police for Crime Management, has been promoted to the position of Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), following the statutory retirement of the former DIG, Mr. Momodou Sowe,” the police said in a statement.
Mr. Demba Sowe is a native of Kampassa Village, Foni Jarrol, West Coast Region. He enlisted into The Gambia Police Force in 1985 as a Police Constable, beginning a distinguished career in law enforcement that spans over three decades.
He pursued higher education at the University of The Gambia, where he obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (2013–2016) and later a Barrister-at-Law (BL) qualification (2016–2017). His education, combined with extensive professional training in The Gambia and abroad—including criminal investigation, traffic management, crime scene analysis, and peacekeeping, has shaped him into a seasoned law enforcement leader.
“Throughout his career, DIG Sowe has served in several key leadership positions, including Officer Commanding Mansa Konko Division, Officer Commanding Anti-Fraud Squad, Commissioner of Administration, Commissioner of Interpol & CIIB, AIG Crime Management, and Director of Intelligence at the former National Intelligence Agency (NIA). He also represented The Gambia on international peacekeeping missions, most notably with the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL) from 2004 to 2006,” the police noted.
“His outstanding service, leadership, and professionalism culminated in his elevation to Deputy Inspector General of Police in August 2025.”
The Gambia Police Force and its leadership extended profound appreciation to former DIG Momodou Sowe for his dedicated service to duty and to the nation.
“The Police High Command warmly congratulates DIG Demba Sowe on his well-deserved promotion and looks forward to his continued leadership in advancing the vision of a professional, accountable, and community-centered Police Force.”
SW/COB/21/08/25
