24-03-2025
Who is Mohamed Benalilou, the New Head of Morocco's Anti-Corruption Body?
Rabat – King Mohammed VI has appointed Mohamed Benalilou as the new president of the National Authority for Integrity, Prevention, and Fight Against Corruption (INPPLC).
Benalilou brings a wealth of experience across different administrations, which is expected to strengthen efforts to combat corruption and promote transparency in Morocco.
Born on February 2, 1975, in Mokrisset, within the Ouazzane province, he has had a long and distinguished career in Morocco's legal and judicial system. Before this new appointment, he served as the Ombudsman of the country.
Benalilou is a magistrate and holds a master's degree in law. He has worked in several key positions, including as director of the administrative and training division at the Supreme Council of the Judiciary. He also worked at the Court of First Instance in Tangier, the former Special Court of Justice, and the Court of Appeal in Rabat.
Throughout his career, Benalilou has held various leadership roles in Morocco's justice system. He was chief of staff for the Minister of Justice and Freedoms and an advisor on criminal policy from 2012 to 2014.
He later became Director of Studies, Cooperation, and Modernization at the Ministry of Justice from 2014 to 2016 and was then appointed Director of Human Resources at the same ministry from 2016 to 2018.
Benalilou was also part of various advisory missions, including those focused on the fight against corruption. He is a member of the group of government experts for the review of the implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC).
He is also a founding member of the Arab Network for Combating Corruption and Promoting Integrity and Transparency.
In addition, Benalilou teaches criminal law and criminal procedure at Morocco's Higher Institute of the Judiciary. He is also a visiting professor at the Royal Institute of Territorial Administration and Rabat's Faculty of Legal, Economic, and Social Sciences.
With his vast experience, Benalilou seems to be well-prepared for his new role leading Morocco's fight against corruption. His work will focus on preventing corruption, educating the public, and ensuring strong cooperation between the judiciary and other institutions.
