Witness describes Najib’s order on 1MDB audit as ‘intimidation’


KUALA LUMPUR: The instruction by Datuk Seri Najib Razak to an audit firm to complete and sign off on its audit of 1Malaysia Development Bhd’s (1MDB) 2013 financial statement within two weeks was described in court as a form of intimidation.

KPMG Malaysia managing partner Datuk Johan Idris said this when re-examined by lead prosecutor Datuk Seri Gopal Sri Ram at the former premier’s trial yesterday over the alleged misappropriation of RM2.3bil of 1MDB funds.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Sail Malaysia rally to highlight Sabah’s rural tourism
Two deputy ministers told off for chatting during Parliament session
Highlight Baba Nyonya, Chetty communities as national unity icon, urges MP
Three Immigration officers, restauranteur charged with bribery in Johor
RM22mil in contraband cigs, alcohol seized
Public service hopeful tests positive for drugs during job interview in Sibu
Contractor appointed to investigate Bayan Lepas sinkhole
Children must pass special diagnostic test before entering Year One, says Fadhlina
Defence Ministry to manage satellite systems independently by 2029
Six remanded over fraudulent health reports for Perkeso invalidity pensions

Others Also Read