KUALA LUMPUR: Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh urged everyone to allow the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) complete its investigation into the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) before making any speculations. Hannah emphasized that it is essential to wait for the outcome of the investigation rather than jumping to conclusions based on an anonymous complaint lodged with the anti-graft agency.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Hannah stated that such investigations are standard procedure whenever an anonymous complaint is submitted, not limited to sports associations but applicable to any organization. She stressed the importance of not speculating prematurely and being fair to BAM while awaiting the results of the MACC investigation. Hannah highlighted that BAM is a well-managed association with a long-standing history and expressed confidence that the MACC would find the necessary documents in order.
In a statement released this morning, BAM confirmed that MACC had visited its office
last week to request specific information. The national badminton governing body assured that it had fully cooperated with the officers professionally.
In another development, Hannah, while launching a special CIMB Visa debit card to support children with cerebral palsy, expressed her appreciation for CIMB’s initiative. She noted the significance of the campaign, especially on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, in creating tangible social impacts beyond financial services.
The campaign involves CIMB contributing RM2 to Gabungan Anak-Anak Palsi Serebrum (GAPS) for every new Visa debit card issued. This NGO focuses on empowering children with cerebral palsy through essential rehabilitation equipment and enrichment programs. Effendy Shahul Hamid, CIMB Group Chief Executive Officer (Group Consumer and Digital Banking), emphasized the institution’s commitment to fostering positive changes at the community level through such initiatives.
Rafidah Rafizah Ahmad, Founding President of GAPS, highlig
hted the potential relief the campaign could bring to families, particularly those in the B40 group, by funding crucial equipment and programs for cerebral palsy children. She noted that over 81 percent of families with cerebral palsy individuals face financial challenges related to special education, healthcare, and specialized rehabilitation equipment.