What are the specific abuse of power charges against Muhyiddin?

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Muhyiddin Yassin Faces Four Abuse of Power Charges Alleging RM232.5 Million in Bribes

Former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin is subject to four charges of abuse of power under Section 23(1) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009. These charges specifically allege that he utilised his positions as Malaysia's prime minister and president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia to solicit bribes amounting to RM232.5 million. The alleged offences occurred between March 2020 and August 2021.
Allegations of Bribe Solicitation

The charges detail that the substantial sum of RM232.5 million was purportedly obtained from three companies—Bukhary Equity Sdn Bhd, Nepturis Sdn Bhd, and Mamfor Sdn Bhd—along with an individual named Azman Yusoff. These funds were allegedly procured for the benefit of his political party, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, which is described as his "associate" in the context of the charges.
Procedural History of the Charges

Muhyiddin was initially charged with these four offences in the Sessions Court on March 10 of the previous year. He pleaded not guilty to all charges. Subsequently, on August 15, the High Court struck out the charges and acquitted him, finding that they did not disclose any offence known to law and lacked sufficient material particulars.
Court of Appeal's Intervention and Review Application

The prosecution appealed the High Court's decision, and on February 28, a Court of Appeal panel overturned the acquittal, ordering the case to be sent back to the Sessions Court for trial. Muhyiddin has since filed an application with the Court of Appeal seeking a review of this decision, asserting that the panel acted beyond its jurisdiction and that its ruling is a nullity. He aims to have the High Court's acquittal decision restored.

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