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FORMER Minister of Economy Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has revealed that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is reportedly planning a raid on him following complaints concerning alleged mismanagement of a RM1.11 billion investment.
The Pandan MP said he was informed of the possible operation by an internal MACC source on Friday morning.
Speaking at a special press conference at the Ampang Parliamentary Service Centre, the Pandan MP insisted that he was prepared to face any intimidation or enforcement actions, citing his past experiences of raids, detention, and investigations over matters of public interest.
“I want to convey to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki that I am a veteran when it comes to being arrested, entering lock-ups, being raided and searched.
“So, I am ready to go through all of this again. I am prepared to go through it again because intimidation tactics and fabricated cases have been used by previous administrations, but ultimately the truth will emerge, and the public will make their judgement,” he said.
Rafizi’s remarks come in the wake of a Bloomberg report detailing alleged abuses and corruption within MACC and other government agencies.
The allegations include claims that MACC conspired with business figures to coerce companies into the hands of certain individuals, and interference by the chief commissioner in a police case involving firearms.
Rafizi also addressed accusations against himself on social media, declaring his willingness to cooperate fully with MACC investigations.
“If they want to arrest me, arrest me. Search me. If I had something to hide, why would I have resigned from the government? I resigned nearly 10 months ago, and nothing has happened since. I’ve gone through 16 cases before, so all I can say to MACC is ‘do your worst,’” he said.
The former minister drew parallels with high-profile past scandals, including 1MDB, highlighting the principle that standing up for public interest may entail personal consequences.
“Even if it means going through past experiences, including brief detention and handcuffing, it is worth it because these matters are important for the people. As Prime Minister Anwar himself has said, ultimately the people are the country’s judges,” Rafizi added.
Suspend Azam Baki
In a separate statement, KEADILAN MPs called for the immediate suspension of MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki and the establishment of an independent, transparent investigation into the allegations reported by Bloomberg.
The MPs stressed that the public has a right to full disclosure, and any attempt to delay, intimidate, or conceal findings would hinder accountability.
Rafizi, along with MPs Wong Chen, Rodziah Ismail, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Lee Chean Chung, S. Kesavan, Tan Kar Hing, and Zahir Hassan, said they would take coordinated actions next week.
This includes rallying fellow MPs across parties to support the suspension, engaging constituents about the allegations, lobbying political leaders to pressure the Prime Minister, and reporting cases of alleged interference to the police for further investigation.
“These revelations are extremely serious, involving not just MACC but also other enforcement agencies such as the police and the Inland Revenue Board. Each allegation justifies an immediate criminal investigation,” the statement said.
The MPs underscored that public confidence demands urgent, independent, and comprehensive scrutiny of these allegations to ensure transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. - February 13, 2026