Perlis MACC recovers nearly RM700,000 through forfeitures since 2024
ARAU, Oct 16 — The Perlis Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recovered RM698,255.55 through forfeitur...
In the span from 2024 to the present, the Perlis Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has managed to recover RM698,255.55 through forfeitures. Director Mohd Nor Adha Ab Gani disclosed that the state agency conducted 65 investigation papers, resulting in 84 arrests and 37 charges being filed in court. In 2024 alone, 20 IPs led to 27 arrests and 13 charges, with a forfeiture value of RM323,872.55.
The year 2025 saw 22 IPs opened, leading to 34 arrests and 16 charges, with a forfeiture value of RM374,168. Finally, in 2026, Perlis MACC opened 23 IPs, recorded 23 arrests, and secured eight charges, amounting to a forfeiture value of RM215. The outgoing director presented these figures to the Raja Muda of Perlis Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail during a farewell ceremony at Istana Arau.
Besides enforcement actions, Perlis MACC also emphasized preventive measures, submitting 61 Governance Improvement Recommendations to various departments and bodies, aiming to enhance public service delivery and curb corruption. Mohd Nor Adha highlighted the accolades received by his team, including the Chief Commissioner Special Award for 2024 and 2025, and the Best KPI Management Award 2025.
These recognitions underscore the agency's commitment to fostering integrity, transparency, and accountability. Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra praised Mohd Nor Adha's service and appointed him as Terengganu MACC director, effective October 18. The Raja Muda expressed confidence that Mohd Nor Adha's experience from Perlis would contribute to his new role in promoting integrity and anti-corruption efforts.
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