All 47 charges brought against former DPM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, involving millions of ringgit belonging to Yayasan Akalbudi, are not politically motivated or meant to tarnish his reputation. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, March 19, 2021.
THE Kuala Lumpur High Court today was told that all 47 corruption, criminal breach of trust and money-laundering charges faced by Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi involving millions in funds belonging to Yayasan Akalbudi were not politically motivated or meant to tarnish the reputation of the former deputy prime minister.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigating officer and final prosecution witness Khairudin Kilau, 44, said MACC’s recommendation to the Attorney-General’s Chambers to prosecute Zahid on all those charges was based on evidence obtained from witnesses and documents. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!