“DEATH OF INTEGRITY”

Abstract

CAJ undertook investigations into the alleged irregular appointment of Mr. Yusuf Mahamed Fazul to the position of Executive Director, NGOs Coordination Board without the required academic and professional qualifications, and relevant work experience; irregular promotions and transfers staff; victimization and intimidation of staff; mismanagement of public funds and unprocedural procurement for services of Sagana Getway Resort to host a management meeting and sourcing for Max Worth Firm to facilitate team building. The investigation was prompted by anonymous complaint letters received by the Commission. Pursuant to Section 37 of the CAJ Act, 2011, CAJ wrote to the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Devolution and planning to inform him of its decision to conduct investigations into the allegations. CAJ investigators conducted interviews with selected public officials from NGOs Coordination Board and recovered documents relevant to the investigations. The former Board members were also interviewed. The information collected was analyzed leading to the following findings, conclusions and determinations.