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New Straits Times
22-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
EAIC: Whistleblower disclosures should strengthen integrity, not be feared
KUALA LUMPUR: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) said enforcement agencies should not regard whistleblower disclosures, including those made through unofficial channels such as Telegram, as threats or adversaries. Instead, EAIC chairman Tan Sri Dr Ismail Bakar said such revelations should be regarded as an opportunity for the respective agencies to strengthen their integrity and public confidence. Citing the Telegram channel 'Edisi Siasat' which exposes alleged misconduct within enforcement bodies, Ismail said the commission takes all complaints of power abuse seriously. Ismail said that the EAIC would act upon complaints, regardless of whether they were submitted via official or unofficial channels. "Although platforms like 'Edisi Siasat' on Telegram are not categorised as official complaint channels, the information shared can trigger preliminary investigations if it contains credible and reasonable elements. "In certain situations, such information can serve as a catalyst for initial investigative action. "Under the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission Act 2009 [Act 700], the EAIC is empowered to initiate investigations on its own initiative if it is satisfied that the matter holds significant public interest or is necessary in the public interest," he told Berita Harian today. Commenting on the response of enforcement agencies towards revelations made by such Telegram channels, Ismail said that investigating such claims, whether true or false, reflects a commitment to transparency and institutional reform. "If the allegations are baseless, investigations can help clear the agency's name," he said. Ismail, however, said if misconduct is proven, appropriate action can be taken against those involved. "This approach aligns with the principles of accountability and good governance," he added.
Free Malaysia Today
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Don't fear whistleblower channels like Edisi Siasat, enforcement agencies told
EAIC chairman Ismail Bakar said information from sources such as Edisi Siasat, if credible and relevant, should warrant prompt investigations. PETALING JAYA : The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has advised enforcement agencies not to view allegations of misconduct, including those from unofficial sources like Edisi Siasat, as threats. EAIC chairman Ismail Bakar said such disclosures should be seen as opportunities for agencies to strengthen their integrity and public trust, Berita Harian reported. He said information from channels such as Edisi Siasat could still warrant attention and spur investigations if deemed credible and relevant. 'In some cases, such information can serve as the basis for initiating early investigation efforts,' he was quoted as saying. 'Under the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission Act 2009 (Act 700), EAIC is empowered to initiate investigations on its own accord if it deems that the matter is of significant public interest or necessary.' Edisi Siasat, an anonymous Telegram channel, is known for publishing whistleblower-style allegations, particularly targeting public institutions and enforcement agencies. Despite being unofficial, its posts often gain traction and trigger public debates. Ismail said investigating such allegations, whether true or false, would show transparency and a commitment to institutional reform. 'If the allegations are baseless, investigations can clear the agency's name. But if misconduct is proven, further action can be taken against those involved. 'This approach aligns with the principles of accountability and good governance,' he said. Ismail added that the EAIC welcomed information that could help boost integrity and urged the public to cooperate to ensure investigations were fair and evidence-based.
