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MACC to question Ismail ‘Turtle Egg’ Sabri’s former son-in-law in Indonesia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 22, 2025: It is not clear whether the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has done with interrogating former backdoor prime minister Ismail “Turtle Egg” Sabri.
However, MACC chief Azam Baki said Ismail’s former son-in-law Jovian Madagie would be questioned in Indonesia on links to assets declared by Ismail.
No News Is Bad News reproduces below two news reports on the new development on the RM170 million in cash and 16kg of gold bars worth millions of ringgit that were seized in raids on the residences of four men, and three other premises believed to be “safe houses”:
MACC to quiz Ismail Sabri’s former son-in-law in Indonesia
MACC chief Azam Baki says Jovian Mandagie is linked to assets declared by the former prime minister.
Jovian Mandagie was previously married to Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s daughter, Nina Sabrina, before their divorce in 2023. (Facebook pic)
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will question Jovian Mandagie, the former son-in-law of ex-prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, in Indonesia as part of its ongoing investigation into Ismail’s asset declaration.
MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said Jovian’s statement was needed to verify claims made by Ismail, who had declared his assets in February.
“We need to get his (Jovian’s) cooperation. There are assets said to be linked to him, as stated by Ismail Sabri. We need confirmation,” Azam told a press conference at the MACC headquarters here today.
“He is in Indonesia, and he is an Indonesian. So we will have to meet him there. We are hoping to make the trip in a week or two to speed up matters.”
Jovian was previously married to Ismail’s daughter, Nina Sabrina, before their divorce in 2023.
Azam said MACC has so far recorded statements from 57 individuals as part of the investigation.
He also confirmed that MACC has completed its analysis of Ismail’s assets and will submit its findings to the Attorney-General’s Chambers by the end of June.
“We are factoring in that he (Ismail) has been involved in the private sector and has held company shares. These are being considered to ensure a fair assessment of his income,” he said.
Asked whether Ismail will be called in for further questioning, Azam said: “It depends on our findings. He may or may not be called.”
Ismail resumed giving his statement to MACC on April 24 as part of its second phase of questioning on his asset declaration. The most recent session was on May 7.
MACC is investigating the discovery of about RM170 million in cash and 16kg of gold bars worth millions of ringgit, which were seized in raids on the residences of four men, and three other premises believed to be “safe houses”.
A moneychanger was also arrested as part of the probe into Ismail.
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Ismail Sabri Graft Probe: Jovian Mandagie to be questioned, MACC Chief says
Anti-graft body to record statement from ex-premier’s former son-in-law in Indonesia as investigations near conclusion
Updated 1 minute ago · Published on 22 May 2025 5:18PM
Jovian’s name reportedly came up in a declaration of assets submitted by Ismail Sabri on 10 February 2025 - May 22, 2025
THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will be recording a statement from fashion entrepreneur Datuk Jovian Mandagie, the former son-in-law of former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, as part of its ongoing investigation into a high-profile corruption case.
MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that Jovian, who is currently in Indonesia, will be approached by investigators in person.
“I have been informed that we need to meet him. We cannot compel him to come here now as he is an Indonesian national and presently in that country,” Azam told reporters at the MACC headquarters on Thursday.
“We must obtain his cooperation. I expect this to happen within a week or two. I have instructed the investigators and the director to expedite the matter,” he added.
Jovian’s name reportedly came up in a declaration of assets submitted by Ismail Sabri on 10 February 2025. However, the MACC has stated that Ismail Sabri will not be called in for further questioning at this stage, as the investigation is nearing its end and may conclude by the end of next month.
Azam said the commission is in the process of finalising the investigation papers, which will then be submitted to the public prosecutor should there be sufficient grounds for prosecution.
“If there are enough elements to press charges against him, we will recommend prosecution,” he said. “As of now, I can say that if the case file is complete and there is a chargeable offence, we will provide the necessary information.”
Ismail Sabri, the Member of Parliament for Bera, is being investigated over alleged corruption and money laundering linked to the procurement and use of funds for the “Keluarga Malaysia” promotional campaign during his premiership from August 2021 to November 2022.
The investigation falls under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.
On 3 March 2025, Azam confirmed that Ismail Sabri was officially a suspect in the investigation, which was launched after MACC uncovered approximately RM170 million in cash in multiple currencies and 16 kilograms of gold bars during a raid on a residence identified as a “safe house.” - May 22, 2025
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Ahh! After a week’s silence with no updates, Ismail ‘Turtle Egg’ Sabri is back to MACC’s interrogation room
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7, 2025: After a week of silence with no updates, former backdoor prime minister Ismail “Turtle Egg” Sabri is back to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC)’s interrogation room today.
It will be his 10th day of grilling by the MACC covering some 40 hours.
No News Is Bad News reproduces below news reports on Ismail arrival at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya:
MACC resumes questioning Ismail Sabri in graft probe
The ex-prime minister is being probed over alleged corruption and money laundering involving publicity programmes under the Keluarga Malaysia initiative.
The vehicle carrying former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob arrived at the MACC headquarters at 10.54am.
PUTRAJAYA: Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob returned to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today to continue giving his statement in an investigation into allegations of corruption and money laundering linked to him.
The vehicle carrying the country’s ninth prime minister arrived at the MACC headquarters here at 10.54am.
The Bera MP is being investigated over suspected corruption and money laundering involving expenditure and funding for promotional and publicity programmes under the Keluarga Malaysia initiative during his tenure as prime minister from August 2021 to November 2022.
The case is being investigated under the MACC Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.
MACC chief Azam Baki recently said that the investigation into the case was only about 15% to 20% complete.
MACC resumes questioning Ismail Sabri in graft probe
Wednesday, 07 May 2025
11:27 AM MYT
PUTRAJAYA: Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob returned to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on Wednesday (May 7) to continue giving his statement in an investigation into corruption and money laundering allegations linked to him.
The vehicle carrying the country’s ninth prime minister arrived at the MACC headquarters here at 10.54am.
On Tuesday (May 6), Sinar Harian reported that according to sources, the Bera MP was originally scheduled to attend on that day, but it was postponed to the following day.
“The investigating officer is expected to record his statement in the morning,” he said.
The Bera Member of Parliament is being investigated over suspected corruption and money laundering involving expenditure and funding for promotional and publicity programmes under the Keluarga Malaysia initiative during his tenure as prime minister from August 2021 to November 2022.
The case is being investigated under the MACC Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.
Previously, MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation into the case involving Ismail Sabri was currently 15 to 20% complete. - The Star
Saturday, 26 April 2025
Ismail ‘Turtle Egg’ Sabri: A case of out of sight, out of mind?
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Ismail ‘Turtle Egg’ Sabri: A case of out of sight, out of mind?
KUALA LUMPUR, April 27, 2025: Why are there no news or updates by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on the case of former backdoor prime minister Ismail “Turtle Egg” Sabri.
Ismail arrived at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at 2.52pm on Friday for questioning as a suspect but there has been no news on the case from the MACC after that.
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Was Ismail arrested and released on bail? Has the MACC wrapped up the case? Or will the interrogations continue tomorrow after more than 40 hours?
Why the sudden silence or mystery?
No News Is Bad News reproduces below a news report on Ismail seen arriving at the MACC headquarters:
Ismail Sabri at MACC HQ for 9th day of questioning
The ex-prime minister arrived at the anti-graft agency’s headquarters in Putrajaya at 2.52pm.
Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is being questioned as a suspect in an investigation into four of his former senior officers.
PETALING JAYA: Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has arrived at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters in Putrajaya for his ninth day of questioning.
The Bera MP arrived at 2.52pm as the anti-graft agency continued questioning him as a suspect in an investigation into four of his former senior officers, Bernama reported.
Ismail declared his assets to MACC on Feb 10 and was first questioned by the agency on Feb 19. He was also called in for questioning on March 13, 14, 17, 19, 20 and 24, and April 24 for around six hours each day.
Ismail, who collapsed at home on Feb 22 and was hospitalised for blood pressure-related problems, could not attend two previously scheduled sessions with MACC on March 5 and 7 as he was issued medical certificates by his doctor.
MACC is investigating the discovery of about RM170 million in cash and 16kg of gold bars worth millions of ringgit, seized in raids at the residences of the four officers and three other premises believed to be “safe houses”.
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