Mahathir Awaits Court Verdict on Ismail Sabri’s Corruption Case
11 Mar 2025 • 12:00 PM MYT
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Mahathir Awaits Court Verdict on Ismail Sabri’s Corruption Case
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Former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has expressed surprise over the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC) findings linking Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob to alleged corruption and money laundering. However, he emphasized that the court must first determine the legitimacy of these claims.
Speaking at an event in Kajang, Mahathir refrained from directly attributing the large sums of cash and gold bars uncovered by the MACC to Ismail Sabri. Instead, he maintained that the judicial process must take its course. “Cases like these go to court, where the prosecutor presents charges, and the accused has the right to defend themselves. I cannot say whether these assets belong to Ismail Sabri or not—we must wait for the court’s decision,” he stated.
The MACC's investigation revolves around the financial management and expenditure of the Keluarga Malaysia promotional campaign during Ismail Sabri’s tenure as Prime Minister. Authorities have so far recorded statements from 31 individuals and frozen 13 bank accounts holding approximately RM2 million. A raid linked to officials from Ismail Sabri’s administration also uncovered RM170 million in cash and 16 kilograms of gold bars, intensifying public scrutiny of the case.
In a separate remark, Mahathir also commented on Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s case, referencing the police’s past seizures of luxury assets linked to the former Prime Minister. He noted how Najib initially faced serious legal consequences but later benefited from reduced penalties. “Najib lost at first—many of his valuables were confiscated. But now, it appears he is innocent,” he said.
Criticizing Malaysia’s political landscape, Mahathir sarcastically suggested that holding high office might provide immunity from corruption charges. “One person is a Deputy Prime Minister, so he cannot be accused. Perhaps, in the future, if you steal, you just have to become Prime Minister to escape punishment,” he quipped.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case against Ismail Sabri is expected to be closely watched, raising questions about political accountability and the integrity of Malaysia’s justice system.
Information Source: Sinar Harian
Former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has expressed surprise over the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC) findings linking Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob to alleged corruption and money laundering. However, he emphasized that the court must first determine the legitimacy of these claims.
Speaking at an event in Kajang, Mahathir refrained from directly attributing the large sums of cash and gold bars uncovered by the MACC to Ismail Sabri. Instead, he maintained that the judicial process must take its course. “Cases like these go to court, where the prosecutor presents charges, and the accused has the right to defend themselves. I cannot say whether these assets belong to Ismail Sabri or not—we must wait for the court’s decision,” he stated.
The MACC's investigation revolves around the financial management and expenditure of the Keluarga Malaysia promotional campaign during Ismail Sabri’s tenure as Prime Minister. Authorities have so far recorded statements from 31 individuals and frozen 13 bank accounts holding approximately RM2 million. A raid linked to officials from Ismail Sabri’s administration also uncovered RM170 million in cash and 16 kilograms of gold bars, intensifying public scrutiny of the case.
In a separate remark, Mahathir also commented on Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s case, referencing the police’s past seizures of luxury assets linked to the former Prime Minister. He noted how Najib initially faced serious legal consequences but later benefited from reduced penalties. “Najib lost at first—many of his valuables were confiscated. But now, it appears he is innocent,” he said.
Criticizing Malaysia’s political landscape, Mahathir sarcastically suggested that holding high office might provide immunity from corruption charges. “One person is a Deputy Prime Minister, so he cannot be accused. Perhaps, in the future, if you steal, you just have to become Prime Minister to escape punishment,” he quipped.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case against Ismail Sabri is expected to be closely watched, raising questions about political accountability and the integrity of Malaysia’s justice system.
Information Source: Sinar Harian
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