No graft elements found in Mains zakat probe, case closed – MACC

Investigations into an allegation of misappropriation of zakat funds involving the Negeri Sembilan Islamic Religious Council (Mains) Zakat Sdn Bhd found no element of graft.

State MACC director Awgkok Ahmad Taufik Putra Awg Ismail said an investigation paper was opened in 2019 and the investigation had been completed.

“Following that, all parties have been urged to stop making speculations and spreading false news regarding the matter as posted on a recent Telegram account,” he said in a statement today.

He added that the state MACC was committed to fighting graft that involved public funds and further investigations would be done if new information is received.

- Bernama

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