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FICAC to disclose documents in FBC case

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  • The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) is expected to disclose documents related to a case involving the former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation CEO and current CFO.
  • The defense has requested these documents since the beginning of the proceedings.
  • The matter has been adjourned to October 9th.

The Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) is preparing to disclose documents pertinent to a case involving the former Fijian Broadcasting Corporation (FBC) CEO, Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, and the current Chief Financial Officer, Vimlesh Sagar.

During a hearing at the Suva Magistrates Court, the defense informed the court that they had been requesting these documents since the case began. FICAC counsel stated that the documents were not being withheld but that witness statements were needed concerning issues raised by the defense.

The additional information sought relates to alleged losses connected to the charges faced by Sayed-Khaiyum and Sagar. Sayed-Khaiyum is charged with abuse of office and general dishonesty causing loss, while Sagar faces a charge of general dishonesty causing loss. These charges stem from allegations concerning the tender and procurement of a Volkswagen Touareg vehicle valued at $207,470.

FICAC counsel indicated that the documents would be provided by the afternoon of the hearing. The court has adjourned the matter to October 9th.

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