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The Star
22-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
MACC looking at governance aspects in Raub land encroachment probe, says Azam
KUALA LUMPUR: Graft-busters will investigate land encroachment in Raub, Pahang by focusing on governance and allegations of corruption involving the Lands and Mines Department (PTG), says Tan Sri Azam Baki. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner said investigations on land encroachment started in 2021. "Given the new issues that emerged, we will resume the investigation. "We will look into how the land encroachment was allowed to occur (and) also investigate aspects of governance practiced by PTG," he told a press conference after the graduation ceremony for participants of the Certified Integrity Officer (CEIO) programme on Tuesday (April 22). ALSO READ: Pahang Ruler calls for definitive end to illegal land encroachment It was reported that the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, stressed that state land must not be encroached upon arbitrarily and that firm action should be taken against those involved. His Royal Highness also called on the people to serve as his "eyes and ears" by reporting any land encroachment activities in the state. "Don't allow anyone to encroach on Pahang's land. I get upset too when I hear about these cases. It is time we take firm action against them (intruders). "Protect this land, the land of Pahang, to the best of your ability," he said. However, the Ruler advised that such matters be resolved amicably, with all shortcomings addressed in a harmonious manner. Previously, an enforcement operation at a durian farm in Raub sparked various reactions after farmers reportedly expressed dissatisfaction over the destruction of their crops. The Pahang government has denied violating a court order when it felled around 200 Musang King durian trees during the enforcement operation in Sungai Klau, Raub, on April 8.
The Star
22-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
MACC awaits forensic report of alleged corruption involving Sabah assemblymen
KUALA LUMPUR: Graft Busters are waiting for the forensic report involving ten video recordings linked to allegations of corruption involving several Sabah state assemblymen. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation is still ongoing and has not been concluded. "I expect the report will be completed soon as the forensic team is analysing all 10 video recordings. "As I mentioned previously, eight state assemblymen have been called up to give their statements. "We hope all parties will be patient and not speculate on the case," he told reporters after attending the graduation ceremony for participants of the Certified Integrity Officer (CEIO) programme on Tuesday (April 22). On April 10, Azam previously said 10 videos involving the case have been submitted to the MACC for analysis.
The Star
22-04-2025
- The Star
MACC to submit investigation paper on Ops Sky to DPP, says Azam Baki
KUALA LUMPUR: Graft Busters are expected to submit the investigation paper on Ops Sky to the Deputy Public Prosecutor next week, says Tan Sri Azam Baki. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner said the investigation, on the operation, targeting corruption and money laundering involving a financial consulting firm and officials from multiple financial institutions, has already been completed. "We will submit the investigation paper to the DPP next week. "I hope the DPP will expedite making a decision on further action to be taken on the case if there are no queries (on the investigation paper). "We hope it will be expedited as the rakyat wants to know a decision and development on the case," he told reporters after attending the graduation ceremony for participants of the Certified Integrity Officer (CEIO) programme on Tuesday (April 22). It was previously reported in February that the MACC was finalising its investigation into 'Ops Sky'. Azam had said the probe is expected to conclude within a month, after which the findings will be submitted to the Deputy Public Prosecutor. "To complete the investigation, the MACC plans to interview an additional five to 10 witnesses, including bank officers, employees of the consulting firm, new borrowers, and individuals from related organisations Azam emphasised the importance of these testimonies, particularly from bank officers, to clarify specific procedures and ensure a comprehensive understanding of the case. In January, Ops Sky led to the arrest of 12 individuals and the seizure of 4,000 documents, with 98 bank accounts frozen, amounting to over RM17mil.
The Star
22-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
MACC to resume recording Ismail Sabri's statement on Thursday
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be called up by graft busters on Thursday (April 24), says Tan Sri Azam Baki. The Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner said the MACC will resume recording his statement. *Our focus will be on his asset declaration, which was done under Section 36 (1) of the MACC Act 2009," he told reporters after attending the graduation ceremony for 586 participants of the Certified Integrity Officer Programme (CEIO) on Tuesday (April 22). Azam previously said the first phase of the investigation into the former prime minister had been completed, and they were moving on to the next phase. Ismail Sabri last recorded his statement at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya on March 24 for an investigation on corruption and money laundering concerning the expenditure and acquisition 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. On March 3, Azam said Ismail Sabri is a suspect in the case following the discovery of approximately RM170mil in cash at a "safe house" during a raid.
The Star
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
586 complete training as certified integrity officers
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 586 officers from the public sector, government-linked companies (GLCs) and the private sector have been accredited as certified integrity officers. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said they received accreditation after completing four main modules of the Certified Integrity Officer Programme (CEIO). "The programme was introduced in 2010 to strengthen governance and integrity in the relevant sectors. "So far 2,851 officers have been trained in the programme," he said at the accreditation ceremony here on Tuesday (April 22). Certified integrity officers are tasked with planning, implementing and monitoring the effectiveness of integrity programmes while fostering a work culture with high integrity aimed at preventing corruption, he added. "This is not just a training programme. It is a long-term strategic investment in building a system of government that is transparent, ethical and corruption-free. "The success of the national integrity agenda depends on the commitment of all parties, especially the top leadership, policy implementers and integrity officers, which drives a culture of integrity," he said.
