Sabah whistleblower exposé: State deputy CM, assemblymen cooperate with MACC inquiry over mining licence allegations Posted on 17/11/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 — Several Sabah government leaders, including a deputy chief minister and two assemblymen, have provided statements to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) as part of an investigation into graft allegations involving state mining licences. MACC questioned Datuk Shahelmey Yahya, Tempasuk assemblyman Datuk Mohd Arsad Bistari, and Kemabong assemblyman Datuk Rubin Balang following videos released by a news portal showing discussions with a whistleblower on the matter, according to a report by The Star. “I have given my statement to MACC,” Rubin told reporters yesterday but declined to comment further. MACC recorded their statements within the past 48 hours after the videos were uploaded online. It was reported that the investigation stems from a report filed against the Sabah government earlier this week, alleging abuse of power in the issuance of prospecting and mining licences. In response to the allegations, the state’s Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor stated that the claims appeared to be politically motivated. “The accusations are aimed at weakening the government,” he said, while assuring that the GRS-Pakatan Harapan state government remains stable and continues its work as usual. The whistleblower’s claims include allegations of bribery involving senior government figures, backed by video recordings uploaded online. MACC has yet to summon the whistleblower but has reportedly focused on their connections to a businessman linked to the licence issuance. The businessman, who has sought whistleblower protection, has not formally filed a report with MACC. According to The Star, Rubin confirmed providing a statement to MACC, but declined further comment while the others have yet to respond to queries. The state government alleges that the licences in question were withdrawn, raising questions about the whistleblower’s role and intentions. News
At Madani govt event, Muslims get a chance to exchange their old Quran for new, Putrajaya-approved copies Posted on 23/11/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23 — The Home Ministry’s booth at the Madani government’s second anniversary event here offers Malaysians a chance to exchange their old Quran for a new one. An officer on duty who wanted to remain unnamed said any old or damaged versions of the Muslim holy book… Read More
MCMC tells news portal to remove content on Sabah bribery case Posted on 17/11/2024 According to Malaysiakini, the letter from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission said the article and video could compromise the safety and privacy of the complainant. (MCMC pic) PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has urged online news portal Malaysiakini to take down an article and video… Read More
Police refer UPNM bullying case to prosecutor’s office after recording 13 statements Posted on 17/11/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 — The police have handed the investigation paper on the Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) military training academy first-year student who was severely injured after being stomped by older students to the deputy public prosecutor on Friday. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said… Read More