The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has launched an investigation into a bribery allegation tied to its own director general and a separate case of suspected irregularities in the 29th BCS recruitment.
ACC Director General Akhtar Hossain confirmed the inquiry during a press briefing. He said the case began after NCP leader Hasnat Abdullah claimed that someone posing as the DG demanded money in exchange for clearing corruption charges.
The call, made to NCP’s southern leader Dr. Mahmuda Mitu, allegedly came from a number linked to four previous fraud incidents. Video clips related to these cases were also submitted.
“We’ve seen the number being used in several scams,” said Hossain. “Our team will investigate both the number and any potential internal involvement.”
He added that if any ACC staff member is found connected to the scheme, they will face legal action.
“When the full truth comes out, we think Hasnat Abdullah will realize he misunderstood the situation,” Hossain told reporters.
The ACC is also looking into claims that 21 candidates who were not originally selected for cadre posts in the 29th BCS were later appointed through influence.
According to the ACC, these appointments occurred nearly 13 months after the official gazette publication of the 29th BCS results, bypassing standard procedures.
“These candidates were initially listed as non-cadre,” a spokesperson said. “We are checking whether pressure was used to secure cadre placements afterward.”
In a separate development, the ACC filed two new cases against 25 individuals, including former NRB Global Bank managing director PK Halder.
The cases involve the alleged embezzlement of nearly Tk 50 crore.
Several other cases against Halder are currently under court proceedings, while some remain under investigation.
