Kuala lumpur: Investigations following the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into the management of Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) must proceed transparently and without interference, Daie MADANI chairman Amir Zuhair Abdull Khalid said. He emphasized that the RCI report, covering the period from 2014 to 2020, contains findings that should be addressed through the proper legal process.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Amir Zuhair expressed support for the Prime Minister's actions, urging no interference with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) during the investigation. He stressed the importance of allowing the investigation to continue and that those found at fault should be brought to court to face justice.
Amir Zuhair highlighted that the issue transcends political polemics, relating to the integrity and trust in managing the funds of millions of Muslim depositors. He noted that the RCI report also pointed to allegations of political interference in governance and board member appointments during the period under investigation.
He added that the determination of guilt should be left to the courts following thorough investigation and prosecution. "On this RCI issue, of course, they will say they are not guilty. Whether they are guilty or not must be determined in court. This must be brought to court. These individuals must be charged in court," he stated.
Amir Zuhair also called for all parties to refrain from pressurizing or interfering with the ongoing investigation process conducted by authorities. Earlier, the Malaysian Islamic Movement Coalition (HIKAM) and the Coalition of Islamic Non-Governmental Organisations submitted 10 demands related to the TH RCI report. These demands include immediate legal action, recovery of losses and assets, implementation of the RCI's recommendations, and continued governance reforms under the MADANI government. HIKAM consists of the Persatuan Wadah Pencerdasan Umat Malaysia (WADAH), Pertubuhan IKRAM Malaysia (IKRAM), Pertubuhan Lepasan Institusi Pendidikan Malaysia (HALUAN), and the Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia.