28-04-2025
1,088 offenders freed through Fak Kurba initiative
A total of 1,088 cases involving minor financial offences were successfully resolved, and the offenders acquitted, under the Fak Kurba initiative launched by the Oman Lawyers Association (OLA), organisers confirmed.
The humanitarian drive, now in its 12th edition, commenced on February 25, under the auspices of Dr Hamad bin Hamdan al Rubaie, Chairman of the OLA Board, and concluded on a highly positive note.
Leading the tally, Al Batinah North Governorate recorded 334 releases, followed by Muscat Governorate with 242 cases. Other figures included 102 cases in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, 95 in Al Batinah South Governorate, 67 in Al Sharqiyah South Governorate, 65 in Al Dhahirah Governorate, 60 in Al Buraimi Governorate, 57 in Dhofar Governorate, 46 in Al Sharqiyah North Governorate, 16 in Al Wusta Governorate, and 4 in Musandam Governorate.
Dr Mohammed al Zadjali, General Supervisor of Fak Kurba, remarked, 'Since its inception, the Fak Kurba Initiative has set an organised framework for humanitarian and social action in Oman. Over 12 years, we have alleviated the suffering of many destitute prisoners and helped restore stability to their families.'
Speaking to Observer, Dr Hamad bin Hamdan al Rubaie, Chairman of OLA Board, explained that the initiative targeted insolvent individuals who were either imprisoned or had detention orders issued against them in commercial, civil, labour or Sharia cases, with claims not exceeding RO 2,000. Beneficiaries must not have previously availed the initiative.
'Priority was given to cases involving smaller claims, followed by larger claims and the oldest insolvent individuals,' he added, noting that cases were accepted solely via the Administrative Affairs Council for the Judiciary's General-Directorate of Execution.
Operating under the slogan "Because we believe that people deserve a second chance", Fak Kurba has secured the release of nearly 10,000 individuals since its inception, offering hope and rebuilding lives across the Sultanate of Oman.
The organisers highlighted the active support received from individuals, government bodies, and private institutions, underscoring the spirit of solidarity embedded within Omani society.
'We aim to sustain and expand this impactful initiative in the future, forging more partnerships across sectors to support an even greater number of cases,' Dr Al Rubaie said.
