Malaysia

TH RCI report to restore public confidence through greater transparency

PKR Youth chief says the upcoming release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji should provide clarity over past controversies surrounding the institution

Updated 1 month ago · Published on 24 Jul 2026 12:34PM

TH RCI report to restore public confidence through greater transparency
The release is to pave the way for stronger transparency, integrity and public confidence, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim says - July 24, 2026

THE final report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH), which the government is expected to release soon, should bring closure to the institution’s past controversies and mark the beginning of a more transparent and accountable future, said PKR Youth chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim.

Kamil, in a Facebook post today, said the report should become a turning point for TH to strengthen its governance, uphold integrity and remain focused on protecting the interests of Muslim depositors.

He said the trust placed in the pilgrimage fund must be preserved and restored, describing it as a responsibility owed to both current and future generations.

"That is why the Madani Government has chosen the difficult path of revealing the truth. Some parties would prefer for this matter to remain buried. Some hope that the people will forget this dark chapter.

"But we must have the courage to acknowledge that mistakes and misconduct have occurred. Therefore, our responsibility now is to ensure that those responsible are held accountable," he said.

The government had earlier indicated that it was prepared to release the final RCI report on TH to allow the public to understand the findings of investigations into allegations involving the management and disposal of the institution’s strategic assets.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would review the decision on publishing the report together with Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar.

Kamil said the release of the report would be a significant moment for the country, adding that Malaysians had the right to understand the findings of an inquiry into an institution entrusted by millions of Muslims.

He said the investigation was important given the concerns raised over the management of TH and the need to preserve confidence in an institution responsible for helping Muslims fulfil the Hajj pilgrimage.

He added that every ringgit deposited into TH accounts represented the hard-earned savings of ordinary Malaysians, including rubber tappers, farmers, taxi drivers, small traders and communities in rural and FELDA areas.

"Their only great dream is to become guests of Allah SWT," he said. "However, when such a great trust is treated carelessly, what is affected is not merely the image of the institution.

"It is also the hope of millions of Muslims who have saved patiently and diligently for years to fulfil the fifth pillar of Islam," he added.

Kamil, who is also political secretary to the Finance Minister, said the publication of the RCI findings should help rebuild confidence among TH depositors and ensure the institution moves forward with stronger governance, accountability and public trust. - July 24, 2026

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