Former exec claims trial to forgery to obtain advance payment

Former senior executive Nizam Ibrahim faced nine forgery charges at the Shah Alam sessions court, accused of using false documents to secure an advance payment from an industrial and technology research organisation two years ago. Standing before Judge Awang Kerisnada Awang Mahmud, Nizam, 50, pleaded not guilty to the charges. The alleged act took place at the organisation's office between April 22, 2022, and November 2, 2023, with the total claimed amount reaching RM15,088.

Prosecuted under Section 471 of the Penal Code, Nizam could face up to two years in prison, a fine, or both if found guilty. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer Alimi Mustapha requested a RM20,000 bail, with Nizam required to report to the Selangor MACC office monthly until the case's resolution. Unemployed for two years and solely reliant on freelance graphic design income, Nizam sought a reduced bail amount, citing his responsibility for his family's well-being, including his wife's recent medical expenses and his ailing mother's care in Kedah.

The court granted Nizam a RM10,000 bail with one surety, mandating his monthly reporting to the Selangor MACC office and the prohibition of interfering with prosecution witnesses, with the matter set for a hearing on December 7.