Tag: MACC

MACC Seeking Mohamad Faizul To Attend Forfeiture Hearing

PUTRAJAYA, July 18 2026– The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is seeking to locate a local man to serve him with affidavit documents and secure his attendance at a forfeiture hearing at the Kuala Lumpur Criminal Sessions Court on Aug 20. In a statement today, the MACC said the action is being taken under Section 41 […]

Johor Polls: MACC To Open Five Operations Rooms

JOHOR BAHRU, June 25 -- The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will open five operations rooms across Johor to enable members of the public to submit information and complaints related to corruption and abuse of power during the state election. MACC said that the operations rooms will operate 24 hours a day, starting from nomination day on June 27 until polling day on July 11. It said that the five operations rooms will be located at the MACC Johor office in Tampoi, as well as MACC branch offices in Batu Pahat, Kluang, Segamat, and Mersing. “Members of the public may also channel complaints regarding corruption and abuse of power through the operations room's official email address: aduan.prnjohor2026@sprm.gov.my,” MACC said in a statement today. It also assured that every piece of information received will be investigated professionally and transparently, in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws. The commission further reminded all candidates and contesting political parties not to engage in any acts that violate the law, including provisions under the MACC Act 2009 and the Election Offences Act 1954 (Amendment 2012). The Election Commission (EC) has set July 11 as the polling day for the Johor polls, with nomination day on June 27 and early voting on July 7. -- BERNAMA

JOHOR BAHRU, June 25 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will open five operations rooms across Johor to enable members of the public to submit information and complaints related to corruption and abuse of power during the state election. MACC said that the operations rooms will operate 24 hours a day, starting from nomination day […]

NRES To Fully Cooperate With MACC Over Elephant Transfer To Japan Probe – Arthur

PUTRAJAYA, June 23 -- The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) will provide full cooperation to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) regarding the investigation into the transfer of three Asian elephants, known as Dara, Amoi, and Kelat (DAK), from Taiping Zoo to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan. Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup said the ministry has taken note of the ongoing investigation and reaffirmed its commitment to the principles of transparency, accountability, and the rule of law in every aspect of the country's wildlife management. “NRES is prepared to provide full and comprehensive cooperation to the authorities throughout the course of this investigation to ensure that the investigative process is completed thoroughly and transparently,” he said in a statement today. Arthur said the ministry would not compromise or shield any party if any misconduct, irregularities, or breaches of procedure in relation to the transfer are proven. He added that this stance is important to safeguard the integrity of institutions and the country's reputation at the international level. Yesterday, the MACC confirmed that it had opened an investigation into the transfer of DAK following allegations of leakages and irregularities in the process. On June 18, wildlife rights group Hak Asasi Hidupan Liar Malaysia (Hidup) called on the MACC to investigate the transfer of the three elephants. The organisation also alleged that certain payments related to the transfer were not channelled to the government and linked several individuals to transactions estimated to be worth RM53 million. -- BERNAMA  

PUTRAJAYA, June 23 — The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) will provide full cooperation to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) regarding the investigation into the transfer of three Asian elephants, known as Dara, Amoi, and Kelat (DAK), from Taiping Zoo to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan. Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental […]

MACC Probes Alleged Irregularities, Misconduct In Elephant Transfer Deal

PUTRAJAYA, June 22 -- The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed it has opened an investigation into the transfer of three elephants - Dara, Amoi and Kelat (DAK) - from the Taiping Zoo to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan. In a statement today, the MACC said the probe follows allegations of irregularities and misconduct in the transfer process. The investigation is focusing on the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES), the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan), and agents involved in the relocation of the elephants. According to the commission, investigators are examining claims that payments related to the transfer were not channelled to the government, as well as whether elements of corruption, abuse of power or misappropriation were involved. “The investigation is still at an early stage and is being conducted comprehensively,” the statement said. On June 18, a wildlife advocacy group, Hidup, called on the MACC to investigate the transfer. The group alleged that payments linked to the transaction had not been remitted to the government and implicated several individuals in dealings estimated to be worth RM53 million. The MACC urged the public to refrain from speculation or drawing conclusions that could interfere with the ongoing investigation. -- BERNAMA  

PUTRAJAYA, June 22 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed it has opened an investigation into the transfer of three elephants – Dara, Amoi and Kelat (DAK) – from the Taiping Zoo to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan. In a statement today, the MACC said the probe follows allegations of irregularities and misconduct in […]

MACC Recommends Wider COB Powers To Strengthen Strata Fund Management

PUTRAJAYA, June 19 -- The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recommended amendments to the Strata Management Act 2013 (Act 757) to expand the investigative powers of the Commissioner of Buildings (COB) in addressing conflicts of interest and the misuse of management funds in strata properties. In a statement today, the MACC said the proposal was among six recommendations submitted by its Governance Investigation Division (BPT) to the National Housing Department (JPN) under the Ministry of Housing and Local Government to strengthen governance in financial management and procurement practices in strata developments. "Among the key recommendations proposed are amendments to Act 757 to expand the COB's investigative powers over conflicts of interest and fund misappropriation, enforcement through compoundable offences to expedite action and improve compliance, and the gazettement of financial and procurement guidelines as legal obligations with clear procedures," the statement said. The MACC said the recommendations were presented by BPT deputy director II Ahmad Shukri Mohd Taib to the JPN on June 16 through a study on challenges faced by the COB in regulating financial management and procurement in strata developments. To enhance transparency, the MACC also proposed the development of an e-reporting system based on Singapore's Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act 2004 model, which would enable more transparent periodic reporting and reduce the risk of document manipulation. "It was also proposed that staffing structures be reorganised through the addition of personnel and the establishment of an optimum staffing ratio to improve monitoring effectiveness, while officers' competencies should be strengthened through continuous training in finance, auditing, procurement and enforcement," the statement said. Meanwhile, the JPN welcomed all the recommendations and expressed confidence that their implementation would strengthen governance, enhance transparency and accountability, and reinforce organisational management practices towards delivering services that are more ethical, efficient and effective. -- BERNAMA    

PUTRAJAYA, June 19 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recommended amendments to the Strata Management Act 2013 (Act 757) to expand the investigative powers of the Commissioner of Buildings (COB) in addressing conflicts of interest and the misuse of management funds in strata properties. In a statement today, the MACC said the proposal was […]

Ops Daya: 1,638 more companies detected involved in submitting false claims – MACC

"There is no time limit set for the investigation process. We do not need to rush and we are not chasing time. We (MACC) want to complete the investigation based on the cooperation we receive from SOCSO, not only at the headquarters but in the states. "So what that means is that when we get good cooperation and when the investigation is completed, we will begin prosecution," he said at a special press conference here today. He said Ops Daya, which was launched on June 9, was an integrated operation between MACC and SOCSO to investigate irregularities in Daya Kerjaya 2.0 incentive claims. Abdul Halim said 63 investigation papers had been opened, with 97 individuals comprising 86 company owners and 11 agents arrested as of last Tuesday to assist in the investigation. According to him, of the total, 77 individuals were remanded and his party recorded statements from 577 individuals. "A total of 36 company bank accounts worth RM463,076 were frozen and movable property such as gold, cash and various valuables estimated at RM74,198 were seized in the operation," he said. Abdul Halim said the modus operandi identified was that individual data was misused for incentive claims, one-off consolation prizes were given to employees even though full claims had been made, and information about people with disabilities (OKU) was used for payments to other parties. He said the investigation found that the irregularities occurred between 2024 and 2025 when several companies were believed to have submitted false claims by declaring employees who were not working at their companies for the purpose of obtaining government employment incentives. SOCSO Chief Executive Officer Datuk Seri Dr Mohammed Azman Aziz Mohammed said that as of yesterday, his office had managed to recover RM1.26 million from employers who admitted to committing fraud in the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 Programme application. On June 9, MACC arrested 73 individuals, consisting of 48 men and 25 women aged between 20 and 70, who acted as agents and company owners throughout the country, except Perlis, on suspicion of being involved in a syndicate forging Daya Kerjaya 2.0 incentive claims involving a value of approximately RM9 million. Initial investigations found that all the suspects were suspected of committing the act between 2024 and 2025, by making false claims involving government employment assistance of RM1,500 per month for six months for each worker employed by private sector employers and government-linked companies (GLCs). -- BERNAMA

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detected another 1,638 companies suspected of being involved in submitting false claims to obtain incentives under the Social Security Organisation’s (SOCSO) Daya Kerjaya 2.0 Programme, involving an estimated loss of RM45 million. MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the investigation is currently focused on 143 […]

Hydroshoppe’s KL Tower Bribery Trial To Start On Jan 4 Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 — The High Court here today set 20 days,  starting from Jan 4 next year, for the trial of Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd and its directors over the alleged offer of RM500,000 a year for 15 years to Tan Sri Annuar Musa in connection with the takeover of the Kuala Lumpur Tower […]

Sabah MACC’s new building expected to be completed by the end of this year

KOTA KINABALU: The new Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Sabah building on Jalan Sepanggar, here, which is currently 90 percent complete, is expected to be completed by the end of this year. MACC Chief Commissioner, Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the building will house all MACC staff who are currently in three separate offices. "We need to have our own building because it is a solid platform for us to act, carry out our duties as a truly independent and neutral identity," he said. He said this to Bernama and TV3 after visiting the Sabah MACC Office at the Federal Government Administration Complex Building, here yesterday. Also present was Sabah MACC Director, Datuk Mohd Fuad Bee Basrah. He said that by placing the commission's staff under one roof, communication between officers, controls and technical matters would be improved. Meanwhile, Abd Halim expressed his appreciation to the media for always providing the best coverage in every report involving the MACC. He said the media cooperation was in line with MACC's efforts to combat corruption in the country. However, Abd Halim at the same time reminded the media to maintain the sensitivity of the identity of third parties who are suspects in a case. "Avoid posting the suspects' appearances because they are just suspects, not yet accused," he said. He said media practitioners also need to be responsible for the accuracy of reports by obtaining authentic information from legitimate sources. He said this was to avoid any negative perceptions and to avoid publishing provocative or speculative news. "Ensure the authenticity and authenticity of the news, don't make it a delusion for some parties and a source of speculation," he said. -- BERNAMA

KOTA KINABALU: The new Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Sabah building on Jalan Sepanggar, here, which is currently 90 percent complete, is expected to be completed by the end of this year. MACC Chief Commissioner, Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the building will house all MACC staff who are currently in three separate offices. “We […]