JOHOR BARU: The Johor State Government has expressed serious concern over recent allegations involving Global Ikhwan Services and Business (GISB) Sdn Bhd, which have been circulating widely on social media.
Johor Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid said that in an effort to uphold the sanctity of Islam and safeguard public safety and welfare, the Johor Islamic Religious Council (MAINJ), in collaboration with the police, has initiated an investigation into the activities and operations of GISBH within the state.
The state government has called on all individuals, including members of GISBH and the general public, to come forward with any relevant information that could aid the ongoing investigations.
"We urge anyone who has pertinent information regarding GISB’s activities to lodge a formal complaint or provide testimony," he said in a statement here on Saturday (Sept 21).
Mohd Fared added that the authorities are committed to ensuring thorough investigations to uncover the truth behind the allegations.
"MAINJ has reiterated its firm stance on enforcing religious laws and maintaining peace within the state.
"The council affirmed that it will fully utilise the legal framework and existing state enactments to ensure continued adherence to the law and preserve religious harmony," he said.
On Wednesday (Sept 18), police recorded the statements of 740 individuals as part of the investigation into GISB.
A total of 10 investigation papers have been opened, and police have frozen 96 bank accounts linked to GISB involving amounts totalling RM581,552.
On Sept 11, police rescued 402 children, comprising 201 boys and 201 girls, aged between one and 17, from 20 care homes in Selangor and Negri Sembilan in a rescue operation codenamed Ops Global.
There were allegations that the children were abused, exploited, and sexually assaulted.
A total of 171 suspects, aged between 17 and 64, were arrested, including a teacher and dorm caretakers.
