Sabah bribery scandal: Singapore firm comes under Malaysian scrutiny

The case captured public attention after the businessman, Albert Tei Jiann Cheing, released covert videos showing state lawmakers engaged in bribe negotiations with him, implicating several prominent figures in Malaysia’s second-largest state.

This latest development came from an exposé by Malay-language news website Malaysia Corporate on Wednesday, claiming that Tei was backed and funded by a tycoon who manages a Singapore-listed company.

In response, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief Azam Baki said the commission was scrutinising the allegations and would be summoning witnesses to assist in the investigation.

“We will be recording statements from relevant individuals soon,” Azam said.