After 43 years of service with the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda, Deputy Commissioner Albert Wade is not stepping aside quietly. With retirement on the horizon, the veteran officer has put forward a comprehensive five-point blueprint aimed at reforming the force — and issued a stark warning that without meaningful structural changes, the institution risks losing its effectiveness.
According to Antigua Observer, Deputy Commissioner Wade has outlined a series of targeted proposals designed to address what he sees as deep-rooted challenges within the police force. The blueprint represents the culmination of more than four decades of frontline and senior leadership experience.
Wade's reform plan comes at a critical time for public safety in Antigua and Barbuda, as communities and officials alike continue to grapple with concerns about crime and the capacity of law enforcement to respond. His decision to speak out before his departure signals a sense of urgency around the proposed changes.
The Deputy Commissioner's five-point framework, as reported by Antigua Observer, is intended to serve as a roadmap for the force's leadership going forward. Details of the specific proposals underscore his belief that structural reform — not incremental adjustment — is what is required to modernise and strengthen the Royal Police Force.
With decades of institutional knowledge to draw upon, Wade is positioning his blueprint as a parting contribution to the organisation he has served throughout his career.
