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Shafee dismisses claims of RM50m fine payment for Najib house arrest
Lead counsel Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has rejected reports suggesting former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak paid a substantial fine to secure house arrest. The lawyer's comments come amid ongoing legal proceedings involving the former premier.
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KUALA LUMPUR — Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, the lead defence counsel for Datuk Seri Najib Razak, has firmly dismissed media reports claiming the former Prime Minister paid RM50 million as part of an arrangement for house arrest.
The denial came as speculation circulated regarding the terms and conditions surrounding Najib's current legal situation. Shafee's statement sought to clarify the inaccuracies in the reporting, emphasizing that no such financial transaction had taken place under the purported circumstances.
The former premier continues to face multiple legal challenges spanning various charges. His legal team has consistently maintained their position on matters related to his case proceedings and conditions.
Shafee's latest remarks underscore the complexity of Najib's ongoing legal battles and the importance of verifying information through official channels rather than relying on unconfirmed reports circulating in media and public discourse.