The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is seeking Interpol’s assistance in locating Adlan Berhan, the son-in-law of former Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. Adlan is wanted for questioning in a corruption investigation and is believed to be abroad. MACC Chief Commissioner Azam Baki stated that they suspect Adlan is in a particular country, but did not disclose the name. The commission is also working with the police and immigration department to freeze Adlan’s passport.
The investigation revolves around a project related to the registration, recruitment, and storage of biometric data of foreign workers at a ministry. Adlan and lawyer Mansoor Saat, who have left the country since May, are being sought to assist with the probe. The MACC previously mentioned that they were looking into the awarding of a lucrative contract to the son-in-law of a former prime minister.
Specifically, the corruption investigation focuses on the National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) and possible abuse of power related to it. Adlan was linked to one of the project’s frontrunners, S5 Holdings Inc., in media reports from 2020. However, the managing director of S5 Group, Syed Hafiz Jamalullail, denied Adlan’s involvement in the company.
On a separate note, MACC is also conducting an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and illegal mining of rare earth elements in Kedah. Fresh leads have prompted the commission to continue the investigation and they have yet to call in caretaker Kedah Menteri Besar (Chief Minister), Sanusi Nor. A viral letter allegedly signed by Sanusi related to the alleged illegal mining is among the matters the MACC wishes to discuss with him.
The MACC is committed to conducting a thorough investigation into both the corruption case and the illegal mining allegations, ensuring that all relevant parties are interviewed and all necessary leads are pursued. The commission aims to uphold its integrity and reveal the truth behind the alleged offenses.
