MP Calls for Limb Amputation as Punishment for Theft

A parliament member from the ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) has proposed implementing limb amputation as a punishment for individuals involved in significant thefts through state-owned companies during the previous government.

During today’s debate, Azim Abdul Azeez, MP for Vilingili, strongly advocated for severe measures, suggesting that only by amputating the limbs of those responsible for large-scale thefts could such crimes be adequately addressed. His remarks drew a rebuke from the Speaker of Parliament, Abdul Raheem Abdullah, who cautioned against such rhetoric within parliamentary proceedings.

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“I call upon this Majlis to investigate theft by the previous government through government-owned companies, to amputate limbs, and to put them in jail,” said Azim. 

Azim made these remarks during today’s parliamentary session on an emergency motion put forth by Ibrahim Didi, MP for South Feydhoo. The motion was to address alleged corruption within the FENAKA Corporation.

“It is not appropriate to discuss such measures here,” Speaker Abdul Raheem reiterated, reminding MPs to maintain decorum and adhere to parliamentary norms. 

The Speaker clarified that while Islamic principles prescribe severe penalties for theft under certain conditions, parliamentary debates should focus on legal and procedural solutions rather than suggesting extrajudicial punishments.

The proposal and ensuing debate reflect ongoing concerns over accountability and governance within state-owned enterprises, with MPs divided over the appropriate responses to alleged financial misconduct.