THE Sessions Court today approved an application by Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed, director of Maju Holdings Sdn Bhd, for the temporary release of his passport to travel to the United Kingdom next month.
Sessions Court Judge Suzana Hussin granted the request, allowing the tycoon to travel from January 12 to 28 to accompany his daughter as she commences her studies at a university in London.
During proceedings on December 11, Deputy Public Prosecutor Aznika Mohd Anas opposed the application, arguing that Abu Sahid should not be permitted to leave the country while facing multiple criminal charges.
Datuk Jasbeer Singh, representing Abu Sahid, contended that the application was made on family grounds, emphasising the need for the father to accompany his daughter during the start of her university education in London.
Abu Sahid is currently facing five charges of criminal breach of trust involving more than RM458.5 million under Section 409 of the Penal Code.
In addition, he faces ten counts of transferring proceeds of unlawful activities totalling RM116.45 million, as well as three further money laundering charges amounting to RM22.8 million, under Section 4(1)(b) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.
The court’s decision provides temporary relief for Abu Sahid, allowing him to fulfil family obligations while his legal proceedings continue in Malaysia. - December 19, 2025
