Kuala lumpur, Jan 7: Malaysia’s anti-corruption authorities have escalated a high-profile probe into alleged irregularities in military procurement after seizing millions of ringgit in cash believed to be linked to bribery activities.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) confirmed that RM2.4 million in cash was recovered during an operation in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, when a person connected to the investigation was intercepted while attempting to relocate the money. The case centres on suspected corrupt practices involving army procurement contracts, raising concerns over governance and accountability in defence spending.
Investigators have intensified enforcement measures in recent weeks, conducting raids on several companies in late 2025 and freezing six bank accounts associated with a suspect and close family members as part of asset-tracing efforts.
As the inquiry widens, former army chief Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan provided a statement to the MACC on January 7. He had earlier been placed on leave in late December to allow investigations to proceed without interference.
Meanwhile, the Malaysian Armed Forces has moved to ensure continuity in leadership, with Azhan Md Othman assuming duties as Chief of the Malaysian Army from January 1, according to official announcements.
The MACC said investigations are ongoing and that further action will depend on the outcome of financial and documentary analysis.
