Deputy Director of the National Bureau of Investigation appointed

2026-03-09 12:00:00, Aktualitet CNA

At the end of a competitive and transparent process for the selection of the Deputy Director of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), the Director of the NBI has appointed Mr. Mentor Çuku to this position.

This appointment was made pursuant to point 3 of Article 36 of Law No. 95/2016, “On the Organization and Functioning of Institutions to Combat Corruption and Organized Crime”, as amended, according to which the Deputy Director is appointed by the Director of the National Bureau of Investigation, with the consent of the Director of the Special Prosecution, after conducting an open and transparent selection process. The mandate of the Deputy Director is 4 years, with the right to re-election only once.

11 candidates applied for this position, who met the legal and professional criteria set for this function. All candidates were characterized by a high level of professional preparation, experience in the field of investigation and outstanding leadership skills, which made the selection process particularly challenging.

Mr. Mentor Çuku is an investigator with the National Bureau of Investigation and has extensive and consolidated professional experience in investigating criminal offenses of corruption, organized crime and serious crimes. During his career, he has been distinguished for his high professional integrity, leadership skills and continuous dedication.

The National Bureau of Investigation expresses its gratitude and appreciation to all candidates who participated in this process. Their willingness to assume leadership responsibilities demonstrates professionalism and commitment to the institutional mission of the Special Structure against Corruption and Organized Crime.

The National Bureau of Investigation remains committed to fulfilling its constitutional and legal mission to investigate criminal offenses of corruption and organized crime, in the service of the public interest and strengthening the rule of law.