The Suva Magistrate’s Court has granted former Telecom Fiji Ltd and Amalgamated Telecom Holdings board member Sanjay Kaba permission to travel abroad despite serious accusations of financial misconduct. Kaba is facing allegations of unlawfully obtaining over $766,000 through his company, Houng Lee Kaba Jacob Ltd (HLK Jacob), between June 2022 and July 2023.
During a court appearance yesterday, Kaba, represented by lawyer Wasu Pillay, sought approval for a variation of his bail to travel internationally from March 22 to April 1. Magistrate Krishan Prasad approved the request, having no objections from the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC), which is prosecuting the case. The previous travel variation had allowed him to leave the country from March 1 to 18.
The accusations claim that Kaba engaged in a bidding process for a tender related to a project management role for TFL’s new office and data center without declaring his directorship and the associated conflict of interest. This situation sheds light on the broader efforts within Fiji to combat corruption and reinforce principles of transparency and accountability in governance.
Kaba’s case is provisionally scheduled for another court session on April 3. As it continues, it serves as a reminder of the importance of integrity and ethical practices in both public and corporate leadership. The case could significantly influence the fight against corruption in Fiji, highlighting necessary reforms and fostering public trust in institutional governance.
While the outcome of Kaba’s trial remains uncertain, there is hope that it may pave the way for enhanced accountability and responsible governance within the country.
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