MACC nabs another Sabah assemblyman over alleged mining scandal
Published on: Monday, June 23, 2025
Published on: Mon, Jun 23, 2025
By: FMT Reporters Text Size: MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki confirmed the arrest, adding that the case is being investigated under Section 16(a)(A) of the MACC Act 2009. PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested another Sabah assemblyman in connection with the alleged mining scandal in Sabah. According to an MACC source, the man, in his 40s and serving as a state assistant minister, was detained around 9.30am today after giving a statement at the Sabah MACC office. 'The suspect, who also serves as an assistant minister, is believed to have committed the offence between 2023 and 2024. 'Investigations also found that he allegedly asked for and received around RM150,000 from an individual with a 'Datuk' title, purportedly to help facilitate mining licence applications in the state,' the source said. MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki confirmed the arrest, adding that the case is being investigated under Section 16(a)(A) of the MACC Act 2009. He said the suspect had been released on RM50,000 bail without deposit and is expected to be charged soon.
Advertisement The alleged scandal was reported in 2024 after a series of videos linking several Sabah assemblymen to it were leaked. The videos allegedly depicted discussions involving bribery and misconduct related to mineral exploration projects in the state. In February, Azam said the initial batch of videos lacked credibility as they had been heavily edited. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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