Corruption & Accountability

“The Right to Information Commission is to initiate legal action against the Information Officer and the Public Authority of the state owned Lanka Building Materials Corporation Limited for non-complying with the order delivered by them.”

“Speculation is rife why the Additional Secretary Ministry of Finance has ignored Bribery Commission's directive to conduct an inquiry.”

“No proof to show Govt. procurement guidelines were followed during purchases through Lanka Building Materials Corporation Limited.”

“Committee of Inquiry appointed in terms of Section 6 of the Removal of Officers (Procedure) Act No: 5 of 2002”

“Pillayan assured prison guards it was not a terrorist attack, but a suicide attack”

“The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar is scheduled to deliver its verdict today (July 31) in the case against former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and former Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundara.”

“I would be very happy to see the Bar Association of Sri Lanka issue a statement regarding former Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe or his son.”

“Why have the Road Development Authority, the Ministry of Transport and Highways, and the National Procurement Commission not allowed proper competition to be followed in the tender process?”

“Silva acquired assets which could not be explained through his lawful sources of income between March 31, 2010 and March 31, 2012”

“maintaining links with suspects, complainants, defendants and individuals convicted of criminal offences while serving as a Sub-Inspector of Police”

“The Minister's resignation does not cover up or compensate the people for the money already lost. Ultimately, it is the consumer who bears the brunt of this massive scam.”

“Chandrasena was arrested by CIABOC on March 12, 2026 over allegations that he accepted a bribe of US$2 million in connection with the aircraft deal.”

“To determine whether irregularities or illegal acts occurred in the procurement process for coal imports and to assess any resulting financial loss to the government.”

“Six employees were recruited outside the approved cadre of the SLRC and attached to the personal staff of former Media Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, causing financial loss to the State broadcaster.”

“His continued presence in office could be perceived as an obstacle to the process.”

“NDB continues to meet all regulatory requirements relating to capital and liquidity.”

“The highest amount for oil he has come across is a staggering USD 286 per barrel paid by Sri Lanka.”

“The Central Bank of Sri Lanka continues to closely monitor on a day-to-day basis developments relating to National Development Bank PLC following the disclosure of an internal fraud.”

“Discrepancies between the declaration, which indicates ownership of immovable assets valued at over Rs. 6.7 crore, and previous public statements by the minister regarding financial difficulties.”

“categorically rejected claims that any fraud had taken place in the importation of coal”

“The report by the Auditor General has confirmed that Kumara Jayakody was not involved in any corruption.”

“The Commission is tasked with determining whether substandard coal was supplied, and if so, whether this affected plant efficiency, operational performance, or resulted in improper financial or contractual decisions.”

“The ACU is aware of the programme broadcast by CBC. Consistent with its established operating procedures, the ACU is not in a position to comment on the substance of any allegations contained within it.”

“His continued presence in office could hinder the inquiry.”

“Six employees were recruited outside the approved cadre of the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation and assigned to the personal staff of former Media Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, thereby causing loss to the SLRC.”

“CPC Chairman D.J. Rajakaruna firmly rejected claims that Sri Lanka procured crude oil at a price exceeding $286 per barrel.”

“I am stepping down to ensure the probe can continue independently and without any potential influence.”

“The court directed that Chandrasena remain in remand custody until April 28, extending his detention as investigations continue into the high-profile case.”

“Colombo Magistrate's Court today ordered the refusal of the bail application of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena.”

“President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed a Commission of Inquiry to investigate whether irregularities or illegal acts occurred within the state-owned Lanka Coal Company (Pvt) Ltd.”

“The commission will examine transactions from the inception of coal-based power generation in the country up to April 16, 2026.”

“Former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation Sarath Kongahage and former Director General Devapriya Abeysinghe have been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate's Court.”

“The ACU has two active investigations related to Cricket Canada and breaches of the ICC's anti-corruption code at both international and domestic levels.”

“It is COPE's responsibility, not the President's Secretary, to request a probe from the CID.”

“President Anura Kumara Dissanayake himself acknowledged in Parliament that the importation of substandard coal had adversely impacted electricity generation and increased costs.”

“The lack of accountability and the political maneuvering that has occurred since the attacks.”

“low-quality coal imports had affected electricity generation”

“accused of recruiting six employees outside the approved cadre of the SLRC”

“approved a construction plan for government‑owned land in the Magoda Grama Niladhari Division without following the proper procedures”

“The Bribery Commission has informed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa to submit an affidavit detailing his assets, expenses, and sources of income on or before April 10”

“The National Development Bank PLC (NDB) has informed CBSL of an internal fraud that could result in a significant financial loss”

“The SJB yesterday called for the immediate resignation of Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody over the procurement of allegedly substandard coal”

“Central Bank said it carried out a preliminary assessment of the financial impact based on information provided by NDB and is satisfied that capital adequacy and liquidity ratios remain above minimum regulatory requirements”

“estimated loss from the recently reported fraud incident amounts to approximately Rs. 13.2 billion”

“The government has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that it will look after its own at any cost”

“Appointing a coal yard manager to oversee the entire plant, even temporarily, is highly irregular”