For the first time, a state official is arrested in the EPPO case regarding EU funds in Latvia: a wide network of possible IT procurement schemes is revealed
Latvian authorities have arrested state officials and business leaders in connection with potential fraud in IT procurement linked to EU funds.
Two months of phone calls monitored during the examination of Kariņš's flight case
The flight case involving Krišjānis Kariņš has led to two months of monitored phone calls of a former top state official as investigations proceed.
There is no dirt in the Mithi River, but the failure of the system is flowing
The Mithi River's state reflects systemic failures in governance and mismanagement, as contractors are reluctant to undertake cleanup work amid ongoing corruption investigations.
Liga2 Case: Prosecutor identifies Andrés Arauz in the 'coordination and direction' of actions aimed at 'controlling' state institutions
Ecuador's prosecutor implicates Andrés Arauz in efforts to control state institutions as part of the Liga2 corruption case.
Angola: Court Convicts 21 Defendants and Acquits Six in AGT 2025 Case
A court in Luanda convicted 21 individuals for defrauding the Angolan state out of over 100 billion kwanzas in a major financial scandal, while six others were acquitted.
The penalties will be severe! Ruks comments on the unacceptable actions of the Jelgava law enforcers
Latvia's State Police chief has initiated a renewed internal review following unethical behavior by police officials as revealed in a recent TV show.
Liopa, arrested in an IT procurement fraud case, suspended from his position at the DAP
Jorens Liopa has been suspended from his position at the State Environmental Department following his arrest in a criminal investigation into IT procurement fraud.
MP investigates suspicion of conflict of interest of deputy who celebrated hospital bidding in MT
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso has opened an investigation into potential conflict of interest involving state deputy Valmir Moretto, who celebrated a hospital bidding process shortly after its signing.
STJ maintains imprisonment of former president of Rioprevidência
The Superior Court of Justice in Brazil has upheld the preventive detention of Deivis Marcon Antunes, the former president of Rioprevidência, amid investigations into alleged fraud involving state fund investments.
Liga2 Case: Prosecutor Starts Presenting Three Events Investigated Within an Association that Sought to 'Control State Institutions'
The prosecution in Ecuador's Liga2 case is presenting evidence against seven defendants accused of illicit association related to electoral justice and judicial appointments.
These are the three events that the Prosecutor's Office is processing in the Liga2 case; the events occurring between November 2024 and January 2025 aimed to ‘control state institutions’
The Ecuadorian Prosecutor's Office is investigating three irregular events related to illegal conduct in electoral justice, the appointment of Judiciary Council members, and the leadership of the Superintendency of Banks linked to Liga2.
Mayor revokes law that donated land to public servant and daughter-in-law of councilman in MT
The mayor of Luciara has revoked a law granting public land to a public servant who is the daughter-in-law of a local councilman, following a ruling by the state's Court of Accounts deeming the donation illegal.
Arrested for fraud in IT procurement after being dismissed for election scandal
Jorens Liopa, former director of the State Digital Development Agency of Latvia, has been arrested in connection with fraud allegations regarding IT procurement procedures related to municipal elections.
The Saeima will consider whether to disclose the salaries of state and municipal employees
Latvia's Saeima is set to discuss a proposal to require state and municipal institutions to publicly disclose employee salaries on their websites monthly, alongside employee names, to enhance transparency.
Federal Police arrests trio in the act after withdrawing R$ 500,000 in Belém, suspected of money laundering with R$ 3.8 million contracts with state agency
Three men were arrested in Belém, Brazil, for withdrawing R$ 500,000 under suspicion of money laundering connected to state contracts.
Don't be surprised - another agency will conduct inspections with video recorders
Lithuania is implementing the use of video recorders in inspections by various state authorities to enhance transparency and prevent corruption.
In a case of information technology fraud, among those arrested are also state officials
Latvian police arrested 21 people, including state officials, in connection with a €1.5 million information technology procurement fraud investigation led by the European Public Prosecutor's Office.
21 people detained, including state officials, on suspicion of fraud in IT procurement worth 1.5 million euros
Latvian police have detained 21 individuals, including state officials, in connection with a significant fraud case involving IT procurement valued at 1.5 million euros.
Malawi: State Moves to Collapse Mchacha Corruption Cases, Raising Fresh Questions On Political Will
The Malawian government is seeking to dismiss corruption cases against former minister Charles Mchacha, raising concerns about political will to address high-level corruption.
Deployment of macro operations strengthens the fight against crime in the State of Mexico
The State of Mexico has intensified its fight against crime through large-scale security operations, resulting in over 400 arrests and significant advancements in various areas of criminal activity.
PF points to Rodrigo Bacellar's influence in the Executive and ties to loans to a slaughterhouse
New documents reveal that suspended president of the Legislative Assembly of Rio, Rodrigo Bacellar, has significant influence beyond the legislature into the state executive, including connections to questionable loans to a slaughterhouse.
South African state prosecutors reinstate bribery charges against former minister
South African state prosecutors have reinstated bribery charges against former minister Zizi Kodwa, previously omitted due to low chances of success in prosecution.
Court orders the blocking of assets of former secretary and government officials of SP in action regarding rural road program
The São Paulo Court has ordered the blocking of assets belonging to a former government secretary and other officials under investigation for irregularities in contracts related to the state’s rural road recovery program.
Reserve Military Colonel, Denounced for Links with Militia, Takes Position at PortosRio
A reserve colonel of the Military Police, accused of involvement with a militia in the West Zone of Rio, has been appointed to a position at PortosRio, responsible for managing the state's public ports.
PGR charges Bacellar, TH Joias, judge, and two others for obstructing investigation linked to CV
The Brazilian Public Prosecutor's Office has filed charges against several individuals, including a state deputy and a judge, for obstructing an investigation into the Comando Vermelho.
Yiannis Panagopoulos: A "hole" of 3.2 million euros in the asset disclosure of the president of GSEE
The president of GSEE, Yiannis Panagopoulos, is under scrutiny for failing to declare 3.2 million euros in asset disclosures for the past five years, linked to the alleged embezzlement of state and EU funds.
Investigated for corruption takes commissioned position in the SC government
João da Luz, a former municipal secretary in Florianópolis under investigation for corruption, has been appointed to a technical advisor position at the state's energy company Celesc.
Prison Sentences Imposed in the Case of the Excise Tax Department Inspectors
Former officials of the State Revenue Service in Latvia have received prison sentences for embezzling goods intended for destruction, including alcohol and cigarettes.
Court to re-arraign ex-Gov Lamido and sons on April 1 for N1.35bn fraud
The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled a new arraignment for former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido and his two sons concerning a N1.35 billion money laundering case.
Several State Police employees arrested for abuse of office
Multiple employees from the State Police in Latvia have been arrested this year on various charges of abuse of office, with a total of 18 arrests reported by the Internal Security Bureau.
Another corruption scandal in Ukraine's defense sector - artificially inflated procurement prices
Ukrainian authorities have arrested a group involved in corruption related to inflated prices in defense procurement, involving a well-known state-owned defense company.
MP operation arrests tax auditor in scheme against corruption and tax fraud in SP
A tax auditor in São Paulo has been arrested as part of a corruption and tax fraud investigation by the Public Ministry of the State of São Paulo.
Operation against corruption of tax auditors carries out warrants in Valinhos
A tax auditor was arrested during an operation in São Paulo state targeting corruption among auditors.
Court grants ICPC access to El-Rufai’s digital devices
A Nigerian court has permitted the ICPC to access digital devices linked to former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai as part of an investigation.
The State General Intervention detects irregularities in the 11 contracts of Adif and Highways under suspicion in the 'Koldo case'
A report reveals irregularities in contracts awarded by Adif and the General Directorate of Highways linked to the 'Koldo case', implicating former officials and highlighting widespread corruption in public contracts.
Operation Bloodsucker: 28 defendants begin trial for fraud at Detran-AM
The Amazonas Justice has commenced the trial of 28 individuals accused of being involved in a fraudulent scheme at the Amazonas State Traffic Department (Detran-AM).
Substitute Auditor of TCE-RO Leading 'Rachadinha' Scheme Sentenced to 26 Years in Prison
A substitute auditor from the State Court of Accounts of Rondônia was sentenced to 26 years in prison for his role in a corruption scheme involving the forced redistribution of salaries among public servants.
LIVE at 8:30: Riigikogu committees discuss matters related to the Auvere oil plant
The Riigikogu's Special Committee on State Budget Control and the Anti-Corruption Committee are set to discuss the status and depreciation of the Auvere oil plant in a public meeting.
Kenya: Boniface Mwangi Takes On President Ruto for Turning Kenya Into 'Private Property'
Activist Boniface Mwangi has accused President William Ruto of transforming Kenya into a private enterprise for his allies through state-backed economic initiatives.
"There is no need to walk in others' footsteps": S. Skvernelis does not intend to follow K. Starkevičius's example
S. Skvernelis stated he would not resign like K. Starkevičius as authorities investigate potential large-scale corruption in the State Plant Protection Service.
'The example of corruption in Pemex': Álvarez Icaza criticizes 'luxurious' XV birthday party of Mafer in Tabasco
Former senator Emilio Álvarez Icaza has criticized a lavish XV birthday party in Tabasco, linking it to corruption in Pemex, amidst a context of extravagant spending by individuals connected to the state-owned oil company.
Lawyer Suspected of Paying BRL 150,000 in Bribes to Police Chief and Former Secretary to Interfere in Extradition of International Drug Trafficker
A lawyer is under investigation for allegedly bribing a police chief and a former state secretary to influence the extradition of an international drug trafficker.
Dead on arrival: South Sudan's devastated health system
South Sudan's healthcare is heavily reliant on foreign aid and is severely under-resourced due to widespread corruption, as illustrated by a state governor's need to seek treatment abroad.
Federal Police arrests Federal Police delegate and former secretary in operation against influence trafficking to favor drug dealer
The Federal Police of Brazil arrested a Federal Police delegate and a former state secretary on charges of influence trafficking to benefit a drug trafficker.
Ecuador and the U.S. coordinate actions against illegal mining and corruption
Ecuadorian officials, including José Julio Neira, discussed measures against illegal mining and corruption with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the Americas Shield summit in Miami.
Opera Premiere of 'Rigoletto': Reaching the Highest Heights
The premiere of Giuseppe Verdi's opera 'Rigoletto' at the Bavarian State Opera showcases exceptional vocal performances and highlights the complex themes of vengeance, sexual desire, and moral corruption.
Today, Hungary is once again the capital of Slovakia
A commentary discusses Slovakia's historical and contemporary image, emphasizing its perceived status as a small, corrupt state under Hungarian influence.
STT: 81 percent of Lithuania's residents believe that corruption is a widespread phenomenon in the country
A recent survey indicates that a significant number of Lithuanians perceive corruption as rampant in their country, with contrasting views between state officials and the general public on future trends.
What is known about the operation against AmazonPrev servers for million-dollar investment in Banco Master
The Brazilian Federal Police launched an operation to investigate alleged irregularities in million-dollar investments made by Amazonprev, the pension fund for the state's public servants.
New conversations reveal negotiation of bribery of up to R$ 5 million for police officers in SP to obstruct investigation
New audio and text conversations reveal a scheme involving corruption payments to São Paulo police officers, highlighting systemic issues within the state's law enforcement.