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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Security tight at Tan Sri's residence as sukuk probe deepens
KUALA LUMPUR: The residence of a businessman bearing the title "Tan Sri", who has been linked to the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds amounting to millions of ringgit for the construction of a highway in the Klang Valley, was heavily guarded by auxiliary police this morning. Checks by the New Straits Times revealed that several members of the media attempted to enter the gated compound where the highway concessionaire resides, but were turned away. Auxiliary police stationed at the location also instructed members of the press to leave the vicinity. This comes a day after the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) said that it would be recording the statement of the individual in question regarding the ongoing investigation into the alleged misuse of sukuk proceeds. According to sources, the businessman was initially scheduled to appear at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya. "Yes, it has been confirmed that he will be present tomorrow (today) at 9am. He has been discharged from hospital after completing medical treatment," a source said. The investigation concerns sukuk funds that were raised for the development of a major highway project in the Klang Valley. Further details are expected following the MACC's questioning. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki had confirmed that the highway concessionaire was the key witness in the investigation. Previously, it was reported that 45 witnesses who had earlier provided statements were called in again to assist with the case by furnishing additional information. On June 3, the MACC disclosed that assets worth approximately RM143 million had been seized in connection with the sukuk fund misappropriation involving the Tan Sri. Investigators are also tracing several luxury vehicles and properties belonging to the businessman, both in Malaysia and abroad — including assets located in London and Switzerland. The Tan Sri is believed to be the central figure in the MACC's probe involving the seizure of high-value assets, which include RM37.5 million in cash from personal and company accounts; properties worth RM24.5 million; nine luxury cars valued at RM7.65 million; exclusive watches (RM25 million); jewellery and diamonds (RM6 million); branded handbags (RM3 million); alcoholic beverages (RM3 million); and four horses valued at RM400,000. Authorities have also traced foreign assets exceeding RM15 million, in addition to suspected gambling activities linked to the Tan Sri totalling RM20 million.
Malay Mail
03-05-2025
- Health
- Malay Mail
Health Ministry warns of surge in online sales of illegal medicines after seizing RM37.5m worth in 2024
KUALA SELANGOR, May 3 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) seized 21,571 illegal health products worth RM37.5 million in 2024, an increase of nearly 8 per cent from the 20,157 items worth RM24.8 million confiscated in 2023. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the majority of the seized items were unregistered products, particularly supplements, accounting for 17,630 cases, with an additional 3,941 units of cosmetics without MOH notification. 'This reflects a concerning trend, but the authorities are taking firm and proactive measures to tackle the issue,' he said after launching the Central Zone Reject Illegal Medicines Expedition (TOBaTS) programme today. Dzulkefly noted that nearly 70 per cent of the seized products were traced to complaints involving the online sale of medicines. He cautioned that the use of illegal medications can pose serious long-term health risks, potentially damaging vital organs such as the liver, kidneys and nervous system. Dzulkefly further explained that illegal medications generally fall into five categories: counterfeit drugs, products not registered with the Ministry of Health, items adulterated with banned substances, illegally sourced products and unapproved imports. He urged the public to be vigilant, particularly when buying health products online, and to always verify their authenticity. 'Consumers must ensure that every product carries a valid 'MAL' registration number and the Farma Tag security hologram. 'Verification can be done via the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Division (NPRA) website at or through the FarmaChecker mobile app,' he said. He added that the public can also report any suspicious health products via the Public Complaint Management System (SisPAA) portal or by contacting the Pharmacy Enforcement Division at 03-7841 3200. — Bernama
The Sun
03-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
MOH seizes RM37.5m in illegal health products in 2024
KUALA SELANGOR: The Ministry of Health (MOH) seized 21,571 illegal health products worth RM37.5 million in 2024, an increase of nearly 8 percent from the 20,157 items worth RM24.8 million confiscated in 2023. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the majority of the seized items were unregistered products, particularly supplements, accounting for 17,630 cases, with an additional 3,941 units of cosmetics without MOH notification. 'This reflects a concerning trend, but the authorities are taking firm and proactive measures to tackle the issue,' he said after launching the Central Zone Reject Illegal Medicines Expedition (TOBaTS) programme today. Dzulkefly noted that nearly 70 percent of the seized products were traced to complaints involving the online sale of medicines. He cautioned that the use of illegal medications can pose serious long-term health risks, potentially damaging vital organs such as the liver, kidneys and nervous system. Dzulkefly further explained that illegal medications generally fall into five categories: counterfeit drugs, products not registered with the Ministry of Health, items adulterated with banned substances, illegally sourced products and unapproved imports. He urged the public to be vigilant, particularly when buying health products online, and to always verify their authenticity. 'Consumers must ensure that every product carries a valid 'MAL' registration number and the Farma Tag security hologram. 'Verification can be done via the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Division (NPRA) website at or through the FarmaChecker mobile app,' he said. He added that the public can also report any suspicious health products via the Public Complaint Management System (SisPAA) portal or by contacting the Pharmacy Enforcement Division at 03-7841 3200.
New Straits Times
03-05-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
RM37.5 mil worth of unregistered medicines confiscated last year, MOH says
KUALA SELANGOR: The Health Ministry has confiscated 21,571 unregistered medicines nationwide in 2024, totalling RM37.5 million. Its minister, Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, said this marks an increase compared to 2023, where a total of 20,157 items, including medicines, cosmetics and raw materials, were confiscated, valued at around RM24.8 million. In 2024, he said a total of 17,630 unregistered products were confiscated, including health supplements, along with 3,941 cosmetic products that were not notified to the ministry. "These figures send a clear message that the sale of illegal drugs is becoming more rampant — and efforts to combat it must be strengthened with a comprehensive approach and cooperation from all parties," he said at a press conference after launching the Kembara Tolak Ubat Tidak Sah (Reject Illegal Medicines Roadshow) programme here today. Dzulkefly added that the roadshow would be expanded to other regions, including Kelantan, Johor, Sabah, and Perak. He added that nearly 70 per cent of the confiscated products were made based on complaints about the sale of medicines online. He also warned that the consumption of unregistered medicines poses long-term health risks, including potential damage to vital organs such as the liver, kidneys and nervous system. He said the term unregistered medicine comprises five main types of offences commonly identified by the Pharmacy Enforcement Division: medicines not registered with the ministry; counterfeit medicines; products adulterated with scheduled substances or poisons; medicines obtained from unauthorised sources; and those imported without the ministry's approval. He advised the public to verify the authenticity of health products before making a purchase by checking for the 'MAL' registration number and the FarmaTag™ hologram security label. "Verifications can also be done via the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency website or by using the FarmaChecker mobile app," Dzulkefly said.
