President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has reiterated that his private farm investment was developed transparently and in line with his statutory disclosure obligations.
At a press conference on Tuesday at the Office of the President, the president confirmed that all assets tied to the farm have been submitted to the Integrity Commission, as required of public officials under the law.
Governed by the Integrity Commission Act of 1997, the body is an independent parliamentary body established to fight corruption, promote ethical conduct, and ensure accountability in public office.
“I have nothing to hide,” the head of state firmly responded following questions from reporters about the property’s financing.
The president reminded reporters that the farm dates to before his presidency and was built up through bank financing over time.
He also made clear that the underlying loans and financial arrangements are a matter of record.
According to the president, they can be checked independently, adding that the investment received no preferential treatment from the State.
He pointed to the Integrity Commission as the proper channel for reviewing officials’ asset declarations, rather than public debate.
President Ali also reiterated an earlier pledge to eventually allow greater public access to the property, saying the timing for that would be determined later.