ACC Demands Wealth Statements of Ex-IGP Benazir Ahmed and Ex-NBR Official Matiur Rahman within 21 Days
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It also sought wealth statements of their wives and children
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has issued a notice requesting the wealth statements of former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed and Matiur Rahman, the former president of the National Board of Revenue's (NBR) Customs, Excise, and VAT Appellate Tribunal. The ACC has given them a 21-working-day deadline to submit the statements.
Details of the Notice
The notice also requires information about the assets of their wives and children. This development was confirmed by ACC Secretary Khorsheda Yasmeen during a press briefing in Dhaka on Tuesday.
Background on Benazir Ahmed
Benazir Ahmed, who has missed several ACC summons in the past, held various significant positions:
- IGP from April 2020 to September 2022
- Director General of the Rapid Action Battalion from January 2015 to April 2020
- Commissioner of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP)
Asset Seizures
ACC officials have reported that court orders have been issued to seize Benazir’s assets. So far, 12 flats in Dhaka, including four in Gulshan, have been identified under his family’s name.
Rumors and Controversy Surrounding Matiur Rahman
Matiur Rahman came under scrutiny on social media after rumors spread that his son purchased a goat for Tk15 lakh during Eid-ul-Azha. Rahman denied these claims, stating: "Iffat, the person being talked about, is neither my son nor even a relative or acquaintance. My only son's name is Toufiqur Rahman. I will formally protest these rumours."
Wealth and Properties
Media reports have indicated that Matiur Rahman and his family own resorts, shooting spots, bungalow houses, land, and other properties.
High Court Directive on Wealth Statements
The High Court has directed the government to enforce the Government Servants (Conduct) Rules, 1979, which mandate the submission and disclosure of wealth statements by government officials and employees. The court has also ordered the submission of a progress report within the next three months on the steps taken to implement this rule. The directive was issued by the High Court bench of Justice Md Nazrul Islam Talukder and Justice Kazi Ebadoth Hossain after hearing a writ petition on Tuesday.
This move reflects the ACC's ongoing efforts to ensure transparency and accountability among government officials.