Who was detained in connection with the MACC corruption inquiry?

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Individuals Detained in MACC Corruption Inquiry

Sofia Rini Buyong was detained by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to assist in a corruption inquiry. She was released today upon the expiry of her four-day remand order. Her detention was in relation to allegations that businessman Albert Tei had attempted to bribe Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin, the former senior political secretary to the prime minister.
Sofia Rini Buyong's Release

Sofia Rini Buyong was released on MACC bail today as her remand period concluded. She had been detained by the commission to aid in an ongoing investigation.
Allegations of Bribery

The investigation centres on claims that Albert Tei offered a bribe to Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin. This alleged bribe was reportedly intended to facilitate the return of funds that had been provided to several Sabah assemblymen.
Detentions and Current Remand Status

The MACC detained both Shamsul Iskandar and Sofia Rini at its headquarters last Friday. Concurrently, Albert Tei was arrested at his residence in Puchong. Shamsul Iskandar and Albert Tei remain under remand until December 4 to assist MACC with their inquiries.

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