Islamic Minister’s Son Reportedly Caught Smuggling Vape Products

The son of Islamic Minister Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed, Abdulla Mahil Shaheem, was reportedly stopped by Maldives Customs while attempting to bring vape products into the country, with customs officials confirming he was detained, searched and fined MVR 1 million. No official statement has been issued and the specific items seized have not been disclosed.

First reported 15 Aug 2025, 18:40

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Islamic Minister’s Son Reportedly Caught Smuggling Vape Products

more than MVR 100,000 Monthly salary and allowances of Abdulla Mahil Shaheem

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more than MVR 100,000 Monthly salary and allowances of Abdulla Mahil Shaheem Maldives Republic
He resides in Malaysia with his wife and child, earning more than MVR 100,000 per month in salary and allowances.
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MVR 1 million Fine imposed on Mahil by customs officials Maldives Republic
They added that vape paraphernalia was seized and Mahil was fined MVR 1 million.
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Abdulla Mahil Shaheem Third Secretary at the Maldives High Commission in Malaysia Ministry of Islamic Affairs Mohamed Muizzu President Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed Islamic Minister Presidential Youth Advisory Board