Datuk Afdlin Shauki, an actor and member of Kuala Lumpur City Hall's (DBKL) advisory board, has denied allegations of misconduct in the awarding of a RM4 million publishing project. The controversy stems from social media claims that the project was awarded to a company linked to Afdlin’s associate without a proper tender process. Afdlin dismisses the allegations as baseless and driven by jealousy, vowing to cooperate with any investigations. DBKL is currently investigating the claims, while the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has expressed willingness to assist.
‘Driven by jealousy and hate’: Actor Afdlin Shauki denies misconduct claims in awarding of RM4m DBKL project
On Tuesday, Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Sharif stated that DBKL was investigating claims circulating on social media that Afdlin was involved in awarding a RM4 million project without an open tender, according to a report published inIn response, Afdlin dismissed the allegations as baseless, stating in an Instagram post that they were an attempt by irresponsible parties to damage his reputation.
“I am ready to fully cooperate with any investigations opened into this matter. I am also confident that the truth will eventually emerge and justice will prevail.”The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had earlier indicated its willingness to assist DBKL in investigating the allegations. The post also claimed that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his political secretary, Datuk Azman Abidin, were aware of the projects applied for by Afdlin, compelling DBKL’s directors to expedite approvals.
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