Two expected to face charges over Kedah fertiliser distribution
PUTRAJAYA: Two people are expected to be charged over alleged irregularities involving the distribution of fertiliser to farmers in Kedah.
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 25 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has concluded its probe into the delayed fertiliser supply in Kedah, with two individuals facing potential charges soon, according to MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman. The charges will be filed under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009, which deals with misappropriation and false documents.
The MACC's investigation into the fertiliser distribution problem to farmers and paddy cultivators in Kedah has been finalized. The charges are expected to be filed in court within the next two weeks. The identities of the individuals to be charged have not been disclosed. The MACC initiated the probe on September 7, following a complaint from the Malaysian Paddy Farmers Brotherhood Organisation (PeSAWAH) on August 26.
The delay in the supply of Additional Compound Fertiliser, or Paddy Fertiliser 3, to Kedah paddy farmers impacted over 100,000 hectares under the Muda Agricultural Development Authority (MADA).
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