Former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Arrested, Confirms Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission

MACC has also obtained approval from the Attorney General’s Chambers to charge Muhyiddin at the Kuala Lumpur Courts on March 10, 2023.

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It is confirmed that Former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has been arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

In a statement, MACC said the arrest took place at 1.00pm today at their headquarters in Putrajaya.

This is to assist in finalizing the investigation into the Jana Wibawa project and related issues.

MACC has also obtained approval from the Attorney General’s Chambers to charge Muhyiddin at the Kuala Lumpur Courts on March 10, 2023.

Muhyiddin, who is also the president of the Bersatu political party will face charges under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 and Section 4(1)b of The Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA).

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Hamzah Nazari

Hamzah Nazari is a Malaysian journalist and editor with experience covering politics, current affairs, investigative reporting, and digital media. Currently the Head of Editorial for The Rakyat Post, he previously reported for Malay Mail, where his work focused on Malaysian politics and public policy. Over the years, he has written opinion pieces, breaking news, and feature stories spanning governance, technology, culture, and social issues, earning a reputation for accessible, sharp, and distinctly Malaysian storytelling.