What specific roles did Mohd Nizam hold during the alleged offences?

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Mohd Nizam Held Specific Senior Roles During Alleged Offences

Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar held several senior positions within the Malaysian Armed Forces between June 2024 and March 2025, during which the alleged offences occurred. These roles included Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel Services (AKSPA) and chairman of committees responsible for overseeing the Armed Forces Welfare Fund (TKAT).
Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel Services

As the Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel Services (AKSPA), Mohd Nizam was in a position to influence contract awards. The charges allege that he used this position to obtain gratification totalling RM552,481.90 by approving contracts for Hari Raya gift items.
Chairman of Armed Forces Welfare Fund Committees

Mohd Nizam also served as the chairman of committees tasked with overseeing the Armed Forces Welfare Fund (TKAT). In this capacity, he was entrusted with control over the fund's assets. The charges include a count of criminal breach of trust for allegedly misusing RM3 million belonging to TKAT.
Involvement in Contract Approvals

The alleged abuse of power charges specifically relate to Mohd Nizam's approval of contracts for the supply of Hari Raya gift items, such as sarongs, batik cloth, towels, backpacks, and tools. These contracts, with a combined value exceeding RM4 million, were allegedly awarded to companies in which he had an interest.
Receipt of Valuable Items

In addition to the abuse of power and criminal breach of trust charges, Mohd Nizam faces a charge under Section 165 of the Penal Code. This relates to allegedly receiving RM200,000 in cash without consideration from a company director, with whom he had dealings connected to his official duties.

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