Jamil Khir vows to clear name over RM860mil Tabung Haji charges
KUALA LUMPUR: Former minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom was released on bail today following his arraignment at the Sessions Court on three charges involving more than RM860 million in Tabung Haji funds.
Former Malay Minister Jamil Khir Baharom was granted bail on Wednesday after being charged in relation to over RM860 million in Tabung Haji funds. Jamil Khir appeared at Sessions Court, where he vowed to defend himself and clear his name during the trial. He stated that the court is the best place to seek justice. Jamil Khir served as minister responsible for Islamic affairs and was charged with three counts of dishonestly causing Tabung Haji to dispose of funds totaling RM860.31 million between 2015 and 2017.
The charges relate to hotel leasing arrangements made during his tenure, which he claimed were aimed at securing accommodation for haj pilgrims at more favourable rates.
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