FORMER Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has filed a defamation lawsuit against businessman Albert Tei, alleging that statements published across social media and digital platforms have damaged his reputation.
In a statement issued today, law firm Zain Megat & Murad, representing Azam, confirmed that a writ of summons and statement of claim had been filed at the Shah Alam High Court on Tuesday.
The legal action concerns the publication and republication of allegedly defamatory remarks made via a podcast, YouTube Shorts, and other online media channels.
Azam is seeking damages as well as a permanent injunction against the defendant.
“Our client firmly states that the allegations are baseless and untrue, and has initiated these proceedings to defend his reputation and good name, which he has built over nearly four decades of service in the public sector,” the law firm said.
The firm further stated that Azam and his legal team would not be commenting further on the merits of the case as it is now before the courts, urging all parties to respect ongoing judicial proceedings.
Tei has recently made a series of allegations against Azam relating to an ongoing dispute and investigations.
Among other claims, he alleged that he was threatened, obstructed and victimised while attempting to expose an alleged corruption scandal involving several politicians in Sabah.
Police are currently investigating a report lodged by Tei on 13 May, in which he claimed he had been the victim of criminal intimidation allegedly involving Azam’s lawyer.
On 3 June, Azam provided his statement to investigators at the Bukit Aman police headquarters in Kuala Lumpur.
The investigation is being carried out under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal intimidation.
Azam stepped down as MACC chief commissioner in May after nearly 40 years of service in the anti-corruption agency, including five years at its helm. - June 9, 2026
