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FAM Under Fire for Unpaid Hotel Bills in Excess of MVR 300,000

The Football Association of Maldives (FAM) owes Amari Dhaka hotel US$19,651.38 (MVR 303,000) for the national team's stay during a World Cup qualifier. The bill has been overdue since 15 October. The hotel imposed a 15% surcharge every 15 days. Maldives High Commissioner Shiruzimath Sameer confirmed nonpayment. Minister Ahmed Mahloof said his ministry would take responsibility. Police are investigating FAM for corruption, money laundering, and misappropriation.

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Nov 15, 2023

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The Football Association of Maldives (FAM) owes Amari Dhaka hotel US$19,651.38 (MVR 303,000) for the national team's stay during a World Cup qualifier. The bill has been overdue since 15 October. The hotel imposed a 15% surcharge every 15 days. Maldives High Commissioner Shiruzimath Sameer confirmed nonpayment. Minister Ahmed Mahloof said his ministry would take responsibility. Police are investigating FAM for corruption, money laundering, and misappropriation.

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