State Minister Shamaan Accused of Looting Media Funds for His Own Outlet
A government media grant of MVR 27.9 million for 18 outlets faces scandal over State Minister Ali Shamaan's conflict of interest. Shamaan manages The Press, which will receive MVR 1,348,796.65. He created criteria and approved allocations. Multiple newsrooms reported approvals then rejections without reason. Media leaders demand accountability.
A government media grant of MVR 27.9 million for 18 outlets faces scandal over State Minister Ali Shamaan's conflict of interest. Shamaan manages The Press, which will receive MVR 1,348,796.65. He created criteria and approved allocations. Multiple newsrooms reported approvals then rejections without reason. Media leaders demand accountability.
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A government media grant of MVR 27.9 million for 18 outlets faces scandal over State Minister Ali Shamaan's conflict of interest. Shamaan manages The Press, which will receive MVR 1,348,796.65. He created criteria and approved allocations. Multiple newsrooms reported approvals then rejections without reason. Media leaders demand accountability.
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