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Four Additional Witnesses Testify in Bangladesh ACC Graft Case Against 36

Four additional witnesses testified in an Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) case involving 36 individuals, including former land minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Jabed, accused of embezzling Tk 25 crore.

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Four more witnesses testified on Monday in an Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) case against 36 people, including former land minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Jabed, over the alleged embezzlement of Tk 25 crore from United Commercial Bank PLC (UCBL) and laundering the money abroad through hundi. With the latest testimonies, the total number of prosecution witnesses examined in the case has reached 31.

Case Details and Allegations

The testimonies were recorded before Chattogram Divisional Special Judge Mizanur Rahman. ACC Public Prosecutor (PP) Mukarram Hossain stated that the four witnesses were produced by the ACC and were cross-examined by the defence. The court has fixed July 26 for recording the next round of witness testimony.

The investigation officer, ACC Deputy Director at its head office Md. Mashiur Rahman, submitted the charge sheet to the Chattogram Metropolitan Senior Special Judge's Court on January 5. According to the charge sheet, Aramit Group Protocol Officer Mohammad Farman Ullah Chowdhury fraudulently secured a Tk 25 crore loan from UCBL by posing as the proprietor of Vision Trading.

Allegations Against Jabed and Others

The prosecution alleges that the money was later withdrawn under the direction of Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Jabed through his employees and transferred abroad via hundi to purchase properties. The alleged embezzlement took place between October 13, 2019, and February 13, 2020.

The accused include former land minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Jabed, his wife and former UCBL chairman Rukmila Zaman, several former directors and senior officials of the bank, as well as officials and employees of the Jabed family's Aramit Group. The case names a total of 36 accused.

Significance and Implications

This case is significant as it involves high-profile individuals and substantial financial embezzlement, highlighting the ACC's efforts to combat corruption at various levels. The outcome of this case could have broader implications for financial regulations and governance in Bangladesh.

Next Steps

The court will continue to hear witness testimonies and evidence in the coming weeks. The next round of testimonies is scheduled for July 26. The case underscores the ACC's commitment to pursuing corruption cases, regardless of the individuals involved.

Source: BSS

FAQ

Who are the key accused in this ACC case?
The key accused include former land minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Jabed, his wife and former UCBL chairman Rukmila Zaman, several former directors and senior officials of UCBL, and officials and employees of the Jabed family's Aramit Group.
What is the alleged embezzlement amount in this case?
The alleged embezzlement amount is Tk 25 crore from United Commercial Bank PLC (UCBL).

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