In a startling revelation, it has come to light that millions of Maldivian Rufiyaa have been deposited into the accounts of 18 corrections officers allegedly involved in smuggling drugs and other prohibited items into the prison system.
The announcement was made during a press conference held by Minister Ihusan at the Homeland Security Ministry, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Minister Ihusan disclosed that a special investigation was launched following suspicions of prison officers' complicity in smuggling activities. The probe uncovered staggering financial transactions, revealing that a total of MVR 73 million had been deposited into various officers' accounts over the past year. Notably, one officer alone received MVR 18 million.
This development has prompted swift action, with arrests already made as part of the ongoing investigation. Minister Ihusan emphasized the ministry's commitment to addressing corruption within the correctional system and ensuring the security and integrity of Maldives' prisons.
The announcement was made during a press conference held by Minister Ihusan at the Homeland Security Ministry, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Minister Ihusan disclosed that a special investigation was launched following suspicions of prison officers' complicity in smuggling activities. The probe uncovered staggering financial transactions, revealing that a total of MVR 73 million had been deposited into various officers' accounts over the past year. Notably, one officer alone received MVR 18 million.
This development has prompted swift action, with arrests already made as part of the ongoing investigation. Minister Ihusan emphasized the ministry's commitment to addressing corruption within the correctional system and ensuring the security and integrity of Maldives' prisons.
