Baja 3 probe: Mat Sabu says yet to be called in by MACC
KUALA LUMPUR: Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu has not been called in by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to assist in investigations into alleged delays in the supply of Additional Padi Compound Fertiliser 3 (Baja 3) to farmers in Kedah.
Agriculture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu stated that he has not yet been contacted by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to assist in their investigation regarding alleged delays in the supply of Baja 3, a type of Additional Padi Compound Fertiliser 3, to farmers in Kedah. The minister expressed readiness to cooperate fully with the authorities should their call arrive.
The MACC has reportedly initiated a comprehensive investigation into the matter, encompassing the policy, implementation, and tender process for the fertiliser's distribution. So far, 13 witnesses, including the chairman of PeSAWAH, officials from Mada, and staff from Area Farmers Organisations, have been called to provide statements, with the investigation focusing on the supplier, Taaveekun Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, and its performance under the Padi Production Incentive Scheme (SIPP).
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