Dhaka, Jan 15 (V7N)- The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has lodged separate cases against Shamim Osman, a controversial former MP from the Narayanganj-4 constituency, and the family of Awami League presidium member and former minister Jahangir Kabir Nanak, on allegations of corruption and money laundering.

Details of the Cases

Case Against Shamim Osman

  • Filed at: ACC Narayanganj District Office.
  • Accused:
    • Shamim Osman (Former MP).
    • Salma Osman (Chairman of OK Telecommunications Limited and wife of Shamim Osman).
    • Tanvir Ahmed (Managing Director of OK Telecommunications Limited).
  • Allegations:
    • Embezzlement and smuggling of $2,518,3358 USD (approximately 193.9 crore BDT).

Case Against Jahangir Kabir Nanak's Family

  • Filed at: ACC Dhaka District Office.
  • Accused:
    • Jahangir Kabir Nanak (AL Presidium Member and Former Minister).
    • Syeda Arjuman Banu (Chairman of Ratul Telecom and wife of Nanak).
    • S Amreen Rakhi (Director of Ratul Telecom and daughter of Nanak).
  • Allegations:
    • Violation of Section 2(a)(2) of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2012.
    • Failing to bring 259.62 crore BDT (approximately $3,328,468.81 USD) of foreign currency into Bangladesh, resulting in financial losses for the nation.

ACC's Efforts and Legal Implications

The ACC's actions reflect its ongoing efforts to address high-profile corruption cases. If the allegations are proven, the accused individuals could face severe penalties under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2012 and other applicable laws.

The cases underscore the ACC's focus on tackling economic crimes involving influential political figures and their families. Further investigations are expected to reveal more details about the alleged laundering activities and embezzlements.

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