Army Chief placed on leave amid ongoing MACC investigation

Published on 27 Dec 2025 5:15:30 PM

Chief of Army Jen Datuk Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan has been placed on leave with immediate effect to facilitate investigations into allegations linked to military procurement projects.

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has begun preliminary probes, including recording statements and visiting the Defence Ministry, while Navy Chief Admiral Tan Sri Zulhelmy Ithnain has been appointed Acting Armed Forces Chief.

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