Home Affairs Minister Defends Government’s Anti-Corruption Efforts Following Opposition Rally
Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, Ali Ihusan, at the closing ceremony of Maldives 2.0 Digital Transformation on May 11, 2025 | Photo: President’s Office
Home Affairs Minister Ali Ihusan has defended the government’s approach to tackling corruption, asserting that preventative action taken while in positions of responsibility is the most effective way to curb wrongdoing.
The minister’s remarks came in response to comments by former President Mohamed Nasheed, who said that the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party’s (MDP) weekend protest — held under the banner Lootuvaifi — was more than a routine political rally. Nasheed described it as a broader demonstration against corruption, representing citizens frustrated with the misuse of state funds.
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In a post on X, Ihusan argued that corruption must be addressed through decisive enforcement rather than rhetoric. “The most effective way to prevent corruption is to act against it while holding responsible positions and to enforce the law against offenders. We’re taking measures,” he wrote.
Corruption huttuvumah emme rangalhu gothaky zimmaadhaaru maqaamuthakugai thibey iru Corruption huttuvumah alhan jehey fiyavalhu elhumaai corruption ge amalu hingaa faraaiyythakuge mahchah qaanoonu thanfeezu kurun. Alhugandumen midhany e masahkaiyy kuramun. Mi fursathu faaithuvi…— Minister of Homeland Security & Technology (@min_mohst) September 30, 2025
Ihusan criticised the opposition, claiming that those now protesting had ample opportunity during their 15 years in power to stem corruption but failed to do so. “People should consider what they are doing today if they haven’t done so before,” he stated, urging citizens to scrutinise the opposition’s own record.
The minister highlighted past corruption cases during previous administrations, including embezzlement at the state-owned Fenaka Corporation. Former Fenaka Managing Director Ahmed Saeed Mohamed was convicted of corruption and handed a four-year prison sentence last week.
Meanwhile, Nasheed has announced plans for a public conference aimed at gathering evidence of alleged corruption and misuse of state resources.
