Anwar on Tabung Haji RCI findings: ‘RM12b was lost, isn’t that sakau?’

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized that instances of "sakau" (fund siphoning) indeed occurred within the Lembaga Tabung Haji (Tabung Haji) based on findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report. Tabung Haji had lost RM12 billion, which is why Anwar described it as "sakau." The Prime Minister reiterated that such conduct should not be dismissed or questioned if significant financial losses are involved in a trust responsible for managing Muslims' savings.

He called for accountability against those responsible, regardless of their social or political standing, as the repercussions ultimately affected all Malaysians. Anwar stressed that taking firm action against wrongdoing should not be perceived as political vendetta, and he anticipated facing criticism for his stance, regardless of whether he pursued prosecution or not.

He pointed out that some individuals, who were perceived as intelligent and educated, exhibited hypocrisy by condemning any action that did not benefit their favored parties as revenge.

Additionally, Anwar announced that His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, had further directed the investigation to other governmental bodies managing public interests, starting with the Federal Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (Felda). The Prime Minister affirmed that a stricter enforcement process would commence to ensure accountability for individuals who committed misconduct, irrespective of their position, political affiliation, or influence.