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MACC Records Mat Sabu's Fertiliser Probe Statement
MACC records Mat Sabu's statement in fertiliser supply probe with 37 witnesses called.
In brief
MACC records Mat Sabu's statement in fertiliser supply probe with 37 witnesses called. MACC recorded Minister Mat Sabu's statement in Kedah fertiliser supply probe after 37 witnesses were called, investigating potential forgery in fertilizer appointments. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
MACC investigation
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is investigating delays in the supply of fertilizer linked to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.
Mat Sabu statement recorded
MACC recorded statements from Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu and the ministry’s secretary-general in connection with an investigation into the delays in the supply of fertiliser in Kedah.
Witnesses called
So far, 37 witnesses have been called and their statements recorded to assist in the investigation, which began on August 26, regarding the appointment of a company by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM).
Investigation timeline
MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said Mohamad’s statement was recorded on September 16, while the secretary-general’s statement was recorded a day earlier.
Investigation focus
The investigation is expected to be finalised within another week or two, conducted under Section 471 of the Penal Code concerning the offence of using documents known or believed to be forged.
Shortfall in supply
Previously, MACC’s initial investigation found that a company was supposed to supply 616,015 bags of fertiliser, but until September only 333,655 bags had been supplied, leaving a shortfall of 282,360 bags.
The one thing
MACC recorded Minister Mat Sabu's statement in Kedah fertiliser supply probe after 37 witnesses were called, investigating potential forgery in fertilizer appointments.
