Let MACC probe, no protection for ‘big shots’, says Anwar on seizure of Ilham Tower
“Let MACC carry out its duties, regardless of position and status…if not (selective investigation), there will be criticism of only catching the small fish and leaving influential people untouched. Let there be investigation, so that leaders are not seen as being protected by big power. The responsibility of MACC is to carry out its duties and investigate.”
PETALING JAYA (Dec 22): The move of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in investigating and seizing the Ilham Tower in the federal capital proves the system of enforcement in the country does not protect anyone involved in corruption, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pictured).
He stressed that all parties need to understand and give space to the investigating body to carry out its duties, including investigation involving figures who are influential, hold titles or wield power.
Anwar said the justice and enforcement system, especially relating to integrity, must show example and and be bold to act against corrupted individuals.
“Let MACC carry out its duties, regardless of position and status…if not (selective investigation), there will be criticism of only catching the small fish and leaving influential people untouched.
“Let there be investigation, so that leaders are not seen as being protected by big power. The responsibility of MACC is to carry out its duties and investigate,” he told reporters after performing Friday prayers at Kota Damansara Mosque here on Friday.
At the same time, the prime minister urged the people not make any interpretation or impression as if the government has a certain ploy whenever there are investigations involving influential figures.
“Do not assume that each time there is an investigation on an influential person means we (government) have an ulterior motive, if it involves ordinary people, then it is normal,” he said.
Anwar was commenting on the action of MACC in seizing the Ilham Tower in Jalan Binjai, Kuala Lumpur.
The notice of seizure on the 60-storey building dated Dec 18 was published through the notification section of a news portal, with the signature of MACC deputy public prosecutor Ahmad Akram Gharib on Thursday.
In other developments, the prime minister said the awarding and implementation of the multi-lane free flow (MLFF) project for the toll collection system on the highway was made according to a normal and transparent process.
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