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DEPUTY GOVERNOR’S FUTURE IN JEOPARDY AS BOARD RECOMMENDS REMOVAL

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - A Stern Test for Deputy Governor

The Deputy Governor of the Central Bank is facing a serious challenge as the Board of Directors has recommended his removal from office following allegations of misconduct.

Background and Allegations

According to sources, the Deputy Governor was served notice by the Governor under Section 25 of the Central Bank Act, citing reasons of “unfitness” and “conduct unbecoming of a public officer”. The Deputy Governor exercised his right under Subsection (3) to request a review of the decision by the Board.

Investigation and Recommendations

The Board conducted a thorough investigation into allegations of impropriety and misconduct against the Deputy Governor. The report is said to contain damning evidence of his involvement in several incidents of financial irregularities and abuse of power.

As a result, the Board has recommended that he be removed from office. This recommendation was made following the conclusion of the investigation and is now subject to review by the Governor and Minister under Section 26(6) of the Act.

Timeline

  • November 21st: The Deputy Governor has been given until this date to respond to the allegations against him.
  • Final Decision: The Governor and Minister will meet and consult each other on the matter before making a final decision. It is expected that they will consider the Board’s recommendation and may ultimately decide to remove the Deputy Governor from office.

Implications

If removed, the Deputy Governor would be the first high-ranking official of the Central Bank to face such action in recent history. The development has sent shockwaves through the financial community, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability within the institution.

The Board’s decision is seen as a significant step towards restoring public trust in the Central Bank’s governance structures. The outcome of this case will be closely watched by observers, who are keen to see whether the authorities take decisive action against those found guilty of misconduct.