PETALING JAYA: Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia (Ikram) has suspended three of its members as anti-graft investigations into the misappropriation of zakat funds continue.
Ikram president Badlishah Sham Baharin, in a statement on Wednesday (April 22), said it would cooperate fully with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and that the membership status of those allegedly involved has been suspended.
"Ikram takes note of reports regarding the detention by the MACC of three individuals in Hulu Selangor suspected of being involved in an investigation related to the management of zakat funds.
"Ikram views this matter seriously and emphasises that integrity and trust are fundamental principles that have always been a priority in all of the organisation’s activities," he said.
He added that Ikram would cooperate fully with the authorities in accordance with legal requirements and emphasised that the alleged misappropriation did not involve the organisation.
"In line with Ikram’s constitution, if found guilty, disciplinary action will be taken to ensure the organisation’s integrity is preserved," he said, adding that internal reviews were also ongoing.
He also urged all parties to give the authorities the space required for a comprehensive investigation.
On Tuesday (April 21), three individuals, including the deputy chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO), were detained over the alleged misappropriation of zakat funds amounting to about RM230mil.
Sources said two men in their 50s and 60s were detained between 3pm and 5pm during an operation by the Selangor MACC around the Klang Valley.
