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New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MACC to help Sabah govt stop leakages in public funds, resources
KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will assist the government in curbing public fund and resources leakages in the long term. MACC Deputy Chief Commissioner (Operations) Datuk Seri Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya said efforts to curb leakages implemented by the Sabah state government, for example, would have various impacts on all parties. "The direction in this state is not only to prevent corruption but also to think about how to help the state government curb leakages so that the impact of these efforts can be sustained," he said. Khusairi was speaking at the handing over of duties ceremony for the Sabah MACC director's post. At the ceremony, Penang MACC director Datuk Mohd Fuad Bee Basrah was appointed the new Sabah MACC director, effective Aug 15, replacing Datuk S. Karunanithy, who in turn will replace Fuad. Khusairi said Karunanithy had not only played an important role in building public confidence in MACC but also successfully led several major operations, proving Sabah MACC's commitment in combating corruption and abuse of power. "He has shown extraordinary commitment, firm and strategic leadership, and successfully faced various major challenges throughout his tenure at Sabah MACC," he said. As for Fuad, a Sabahan, he is expected to continue advancing the anti-corruption agenda more aggressively and strategically. Meanwhile, in his speech, Karunanithy said the success of Sabah MACC in the operational and prevention sectors during his tenure was the result of strategic cooperation between all parties, including federal and state departments as well as media partners. "I would also like to express my appreciation and thanks to the Sabah government, especially Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and State Secretary Datuk Seri Safar Untong, for always welcoming all initiatives and proposals, whether in operations, prevention, or governance improvements, that were put forward during my tenure. "I have led Sabah MACC for five years and 11 months, beginning on Sept 17, 2019, until receiving a new mandate as Penang MACC director, and will report for duty on Aug 15. "I urge Sabah MACC personnel to always cooperate and maintain a work culture of integrity and professionalism," he said. Also present were Sabah Federal Secretary Datuk Seri Rosli Isa; Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun; and Kota Kinabalu Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Sabin Samitah.
New Straits Times
23-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Former LKIM director sentenced to 6 months jail for corruption
SHAH ALAM: A former Selangor director of the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) was sentenced to six months in prison and a fine of RM25,000 by the Sessions Court here yesterday for gratification. He was found guilty of accepting RM5,000 without consideration from a person concerned with his official functions five years ago. Judge Datuk Mohd Nasir Nordin handed down the sentence on Khusairi Husain, 59, after finding that the prosecution had succeeded in proving the case beyond a reasonable doubt at the end of the defence case. Khusairi was ordered to serve the jail sentence today and to serve another three months in prison if he failed to pay the fine. However, the court allowed a stay of the execution of the sentence and increased bail to RM9,000. Mohd Nasir, in his judgment, said that the defence by Khusairi was merely a denial, and there was no consistent and concrete evidence to refute the charges presented by the prosecution. "The accused admitted receiving the money but claimed it was for a donation to the LKIM Selangor Welfare and Sports Club, but failed to produce any receipts and supporting documents to prove that the money was handed over to the club and even admitted that some of the money was used for other purposes," he said. Khusairi was charged as the then director of LKIM Selangor with receiving RM5,000 from a general manager of a statutory body, an agency which he knew concerned his official duties, at the Sungai Besar Area Fishermen's Association Office, Sabak Bernam on Nov 24, 2020. The charge, framed under Section 165 of the Penal Code, provides imprisonment for up to two years or a fine, or both, upon conviction. Earlier, during mitigation, lawyer Adly Zulfadly Zulkefly, representing Khusairi, told the court that his client was a single father with school-going children and an ailing father to support. He said Khusairi had served LKIM for almost 30 years and was a recipient of an excellent service award, as well as with no criminal record. Prosecuting officer Mohd Aliff Shahruzaman, from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), appeared for the prosecution. A total of 18 prosecution witnesses and eight defence witnesses testified during the trial of the case, which began in 2022. -- BERNAMA
The Star
22-05-2025
- The Star
Former state fisheries development director jailed six months, fined RM25,000 for graft
SHAH ALAM: A former Selangor director of the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) was sentenced to six months in prison and a fine of RM25,000 by the Sessions Court here on Thursday (May 22) for gratification. He was found guilty of accepting RM5,000 without consideration from a person concerned with his official functions five years ago. Judge Datuk Mohd Nasir Nordin handed down the sentence on Khusairi Husain, 59, after finding that the prosecution had succeeded in proving the case beyond a reasonable doubt at the end of the defence case. Khusairi was ordered to serve the jail sentence Thursday and to serve another three months in prison if he failed to pay the fine. However, the court allowed a stay of the execution of the sentence and increased bail to RM9,000. Mohd Nasir, in his judgment, said that the defence by Khusairi was merely a denial, and there was no consistent and concrete evidence to refute the charges presented by the prosecution. "The accused admitted receiving the money but claimed it was for a donation to the LKIM Selangor Welfare and Sports Club, but failed to produce any receipts and supporting documents to prove that the money was handed over to the club and even admitted that some of the money was used for other purposes," he said. Khusairi was charged as the then director of LKIM Selangor with receiving RM5,000 from a general manager of a statutory body, an agency which he knew concerned his official duties, at the Sungai Besar Area Fishermen's Association Office, Sabak Bernam on Nov 24, 2020. The charge, framed under Section 165 of the Penal Code, provides imprisonment for up to two years or a fine, or both, upon conviction. Earlier, during mitigation, lawyer Adly Zulfadly Zulkefly, representing Khusairi, told the court that his client was a single father with school-going children and an ailing father to support. He said Khusairi had served LKIM for almost 30 years and was a recipient of an excellent service award, as well as with no criminal record. Prosecuting officer Mohd Aliff Shahruzaman, from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), appeared for the prosecution. A total of 18 prosecution witnesses and eight defence witnesses testified during the trial of the case, which began in 2022. – Bernama
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
Corruption: Former LKIM director jailed six months, fined RM25,000
SHAH ALAM: A former Selangor director of the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) was sentenced to six months in prison and a fine of RM25,000 by the Sessions Court here today for gratification. He was found guilty of accepting RM5,000 without consideration from a person concerned with his official functions five years ago. Judge Datuk Mohd Nasir Nordin handed down the sentence on Khusairi Husain, 59, after finding that the prosecution had succeeded in proving the case beyond a reasonable doubt at the end of the defence case. Khusairi was ordered to serve the jail sentence today and to serve another three months in prison if he failed to pay the fine. However, the court allowed a stay of the execution of the sentence and increased bail to RM9,000. Mohd Nasir, in his judgment, said that the defence by Khusairi was merely a denial, and there was no consistent and concrete evidence to refute the charges presented by the prosecution. 'The accused admitted receiving the money but claimed it was for a donation to the LKIM Selangor Welfare and Sports Club, but failed to produce any receipts and supporting documents to prove that the money was handed over to the club and even admitted that some of the money was used for other purposes,' he said. Khusairi was charged as the then Director of LKIM Selangor with receiving RM5,000 from a general manager of a statutory body, an agency which he knew concerned his official duties, at the Sungai Besar Area Fishermen's Association Office, Sabak Bernam on Nov 24, 2020. The charge, framed under Section 165 of the Penal Code, provides imprisonment for up to two years or a fine, or both, upon conviction. Earlier, during mitigation, lawyer Adly Zulfadly Zulkefly, representing Khusairi, told the court that his client was a single father with school-going children and an ailing father to support. He said Khusairi had served LKIM for almost 30 years and was a recipient of an excellent service award, as well as with no criminal record. Prosecuting officer Mohd Aliff Shahruzaman, from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), appeared for the prosecution. A total of 18 prosecution witnesses and eight defence witnesses testified during the trial of the case, which began in 2022.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
Ex-LKIM director jailed, fined for accepting RM5,000 bribe
SHAH ALAM: A former Selangor director of the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) was sentenced to six months in prison and a fine of RM25,000 by the Sessions Court here today for gratification. He was found guilty of accepting RM5,000 without consideration from a person concerned with his official functions five years ago. Judge Datuk Mohd Nasir Nordin handed down the sentence on Khusairi Husain, 59, after finding that the prosecution had succeeded in proving the case beyond a reasonable doubt at the end of the defence case. Khusairi was ordered to serve the jail sentence today and to serve another three months in prison if he failed to pay the fine. However, the court allowed a stay of the execution of the sentence and increased bail to RM9,000. Mohd Nasir, in his judgment, said that the defence by Khusairi was merely a denial, and there was no consistent and concrete evidence to refute the charges presented by the prosecution. 'The accused admitted receiving the money but claimed it was for a donation to the LKIM Selangor Welfare and Sports Club, but failed to produce any receipts and supporting documents to prove that the money was handed over to the club and even admitted that some of the money was used for other purposes,' he said. Khusairi was charged as the then Director of LKIM Selangor with receiving RM5,000 from a general manager of a statutory body, an agency which he knew concerned his official duties, at the Sungai Besar Area Fishermen's Association Office, Sabak Bernam on Nov 24, 2020. The charge, framed under Section 165 of the Penal Code, provides imprisonment for up to two years or a fine, or both, upon conviction. Earlier, during mitigation, lawyer Adly Zulfadly Zulkefly, representing Khusairi, told the court that his client was a single father with school-going children and an ailing father to support. He said Khusairi had served LKIM for almost 30 years and was a recipient of an excellent service award, as well as with no criminal record. Prosecuting officer Mohd Aliff Shahruzaman, from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), appeared for the prosecution. A total of 18 prosecution witnesses and eight defence witnesses testified during the trial of the case, which began in 2022.
