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The Star
03-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
MyKiosk probe: No criminal elements, MACC focusing on governance issues, says Azam Baki
MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki presenting a souvenir to outgoing Kelantan MACC director Rosli Husain, who is retiring. - Photo courtesy of Sinar Harian KOTA BARU: There are no criminal elements in the investigation into allegations of corruption and misappropriation related to the MyKiosk construction tender by the Housing and Local Government Ministry, says Tan Sri Azam Baki. the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner said MACC's current investigation revolved around governance issues. "There has been a misunderstanding in the media suggesting we are investigating a criminal case. We have conducted a preliminary investigation and found no criminal elements, but we are now focusing on governance issues, if any, in order to provide recommendations to the ministry for improvement. However, the matter is not yet concluded," he said. Azam said this at a press conference after witnessing the handover of duties between the new Kelantan MACC director Azmin Yusoff and his predecessor Rosli Husain here Thursday (July 3). He added that the MACC took into account the report from MCA Youth as well as input received from ministry itself, and the ministry had cooperated well in the investigation. On Wednesday (July 2), the MACC began investigations into allegations of corruption and misappropriation involving the MyKiosk construction tender by the ministry. Meanwhile, commenting on the investigation involving former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Azam said the MACC would apply to the court to forfeit assets worth RM170mil that had been seized. "If he (Ismail Sabri) challenges this in court, then the trial will proceed, and if the forfeiture is successful, the money will become government revenue. That is the decision made by the Public Prosecutor at this time," he said. Previously, the former prime minister had been called in several times for statement recording sessions regarding the declaration of assets he made to the MACC under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act 2009. The Bera MP is also being investigated for corruption and money laundering involving the expenditure and procurement of funds for the promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his tenure as prime minister from August 2021 to November 2022. The case is being investigated under the MACC Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001. - Bernama
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New Straits Times
25-06-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MACC to forfeit RM177mil linked to Ismail Sabri probe [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: Graftbusters are planning to forfeit the seized RM177 million in cash and assets linked to the probe into alleged corruption and money laundering involving former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) has agreed to file for the forfeiture of the assets within two weeks. "Our investigators have made a number of suggestions to the DPP and one of it was on the forfeiture of the cash (and assets) which we displayed previously. "On criminal charges, that depends on the DPP, but I think within a months time we will get a decision from the DPP on this," he told reporters today. He said they requested the DPP to not take too long in making a decision as this case involved public interest. "Jovian was called to facilitate further investigations in his capacity as a witness," he said referring to Datuk Jovian Mandagie, the former son-in-law of Ismail. Azam said they have completed their probe into the case. In March, MACC seized approximately RM170 million in cash, held in various international currencies, along with 16kg of gold bullion worth about RM7 million, following investigations into alleged corruption and money laundering involving former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. The commission confirmed that the operation involved raids at multiple locations, including residences and three other premises believed to be used as 'safehouses', following the arrest of four senior officers who served under Ismail Sabri during his tenure as prime minister. The graftbusters also said it will summon at least 10 more witnesses as part of its ongoing investigation into the case. It was reported that MACC denied claims that its officers travelled to Bali, Indonesia, to interview Jovian. Azam said that the officers were in fact in Jakarta on official duty as part of an ongoing investigation. Jovian, 39, a fashion designer, is the former son-in-law of Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Malaysia's ninth prime minister. It was previously reported that MACC officers had spent two days in Jakarta recording Jovian's statement as part of the commission's investigation involving Ismail Sabri. Sources said Jovian's testimony was crucial for verifying several documents relevant to the case. He was reportedly interviewed in Jakarta, where he has resettled following the closure of his fashion business last year. Azam said that the statement was taken in connection with the commission's probe into the former prime minister's asset ownership. Ismail Sabri has been summoned several times by the MACC to assist in investigations into alleged corruption and money laundering, particularly in relation to the use of funds for the Keluarga Malaysia publicity campaign during his tenure from August 2021 to November 2022. Azam previously said that the investigation began after Ismail Sabri was instructed to declare his assets under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act 2009. The former prime minister submitted his asset declaration on Feb 10, and the MACC is currently analysing the source of the assets involved.
Sinar Daily
25-06-2025
- Business
- Sinar Daily
MACC completes Ismail Sabri probe, plans RM170 million forfeiture
The investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers and the Deputy Public Prosecutor has agreed to proceed with the application for forfeiture of the cash. 25 Jun 2025 02:16pm Azam said the MACC had also recorded a statement from Ismail Sabri's former son-in-law, Datuk Jovian Mandagie, in relation to the investigation into the former prime minister's asset ownership. - Bernama file photo PUTRAJAYA - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has been completed, and a forfeiture application for cash amounting to RM170 million is expected to be filed within the next two weeks. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers, and the Deputy Public Prosecutor has agreed to proceed with the application for forfeiture of the cash. The investigation followed a directive for Ismail Sabri to declare his assets under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act 2009. The declaration was made on Feb 10, and the MACC is now analysing the sources of the declared assets. - Bernama file photo "The affidavit application and related documents are being prepared. It is up to Ismail Sabri to challenge our application,' he said at a press conference at the MACC headquarters here today. However, Azam clarified that no decision has been made yet regarding criminal charges against the country's ninth prime minister. Ismail Sabri had previously appeared at the MACC headquarters several times to assist in investigations into alleged corruption and money laundering involving the use and procurement of funds for promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his administration from August 2021 to November 2022. Azam said the MACC had also recorded a statement from Ismail Sabri's former son-in-law, Datuk Jovian Mandagie, in relation to the investigation into the former prime minister's asset ownership. The investigation followed a directive for Ismail Sabri to declare his assets under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act 2009. The declaration was made on Feb 10, and the MACC is now analysing the sources of the declared assets. Following that, the MACC seized RM170 million in cash in various foreign currencies - including Baht, Riyal, Pound Sterling, Won, Euro, Swiss Franc and Yuan - and confiscated 16 kilogrammes of pure gold bars estimated to be worth RM7 million, as part of the corruption and money laundering probe against the former prime minister. The seizures were made during raids at a residence and office believed to have been used as a "safehouse', based on investigations into four of Ismail Sabri's former senior officers who were detained in February. - BERNAMA
Daily Express
25-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Ismail Sabri probe completed, MACC to file RM170 million forfeiture bid
Published on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 25, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob ( pic ) has been completed, and a forfeiture application for cash amounting to RM170 million is expected to be filed within the next two weeks. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers, and the Deputy Public Prosecutor has agreed to proceed with the application for forfeiture of the cash. 'The affidavit application and related documents are being prepared. It is up to Ismail Sabri to challenge our application,' he said at a press conference at the MACC headquarters here today. However, Azam clarified that no decision has been made yet regarding criminal charges against the country's ninth prime minister. Ismail Sabri had previously appeared at the MACC headquarters several times to assist in investigations into alleged corruption and money laundering involving the use and procurement of funds for promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his administration from August 2021 to November 2022. Azam said the MACC had also recorded a statement from Ismail Sabri's former son-in-law, Datuk Jovian Mandagie, in relation to the investigation into the former prime minister's asset ownership. Advertisement The investigation followed a directive for Ismail Sabri to declare his assets under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act 2009. The declaration was made on Feb 10, and the MACC is now analysing the sources of the declared assets. Following that, the MACC seized RM170 million in cash in various foreign currencies — including Baht, Riyal, Pound Sterling, Won, Euro, Swiss Franc and Yuan — and confiscated 16 kilogrammes of pure gold bars estimated to be worth RM7 million, as part of the corruption and money laundering probe against the former prime minister. The seizures were made during raids at a residence and office believed to have been used as a 'safehouse', based on investigations into four of Ismail Sabri's former senior officers who were detained in February. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malaysian Reserve
25-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
MACC completes Ismail Sabri probe, plans RM170m forfeiture
PUTRAJAYA — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (picture) has been completed, and a forfeiture application for cash amounting to RM170 million is expected to be filed within the next two weeks. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers, and the Deputy Public Prosecutor has agreed to proceed with the application for forfeiture of the cash. 'The affidavit application and related documents are being prepared. It is up to Ismail Sabri to challenge our application,' he said at a press conference at the MACC headquarters here today. However, Azam clarified that no decision has been made yet regarding criminal charges against the country's ninth prime minister. Ismail Sabri had previously appeared at the MACC headquarters several times to assist in investigations into alleged corruption and money laundering involving the use and procurement of funds for promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his administration from August 2021 to November 2022. Azam said the MACC had also recorded a statement from Ismail Sabri's former son-in-law, Datuk Jovian Mandagie, in relation to the investigation into the former prime minister's asset ownership. The investigation followed a directive for Ismail Sabri to declare his assets under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act 2009. The declaration was made on Feb 10, and the MACC is now analysing the sources of the declared assets. Following that, the MACC seized RM170 million in cash in various foreign currencies — including Baht, Riyal, Pound Sterling, Won, Euro, Swiss Franc and Yuan — and confiscated 16 kilogrammes of pure gold bars estimated to be worth RM7 million, as part of the corruption and money laundering probe against the former prime minister. The seizures were made during raids at a residence and office believed to have been used as a 'safehouse', based on investigations into four of Ismail Sabri's former senior officers who were detained in February. — BERNAMA
