ACC sues ex-state minister Mahbub, wife over illegal wealth

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed two separate cases against former State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism Md Mahbub Ali and his wife for amassing illegal wealth.

ACC Director General (Prevention) Md Akhtar Hossain confirmed the matter to the media in a press briefing on Wednesday.
According to ACC, Mahbub misused his power and amassed illegal wealth worth over Taka 5.48 crore.

Besides, Mahbub’s spouse Shamima Jafrin also amassed illegal wealth worth over Taka 3.95 crore beyond the source of her income, misusing Mahbub's power.

The cases were filed against the duo under Section 27(1) of the Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2004 and Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act 1947.