The Ukraine government has suspended its Justice Minister, Herman Galushchenko, over accusations of indulging in corrupt practices to the tune of $100 million.
Galushchenko was suspended after commiting the offense in the country’s energy sector which he led for your years, as submitted by the prosecuting agency.
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The Prime minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, who disclosed that the alleged misconduct caused widespread anger and a letdown in the sector, added that that the enforcement was issued following a report from the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecution Office, SAPO, accusing the alleged lawbreaker of indulging in the scandal.
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SAPO claimed that the accused, received personal benefits in exchange for control over the money flows in the energy sector.
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”A decision was made to suspend Herman Galushchenko from performing the duties of minister of justice,” Svyrychenko stated on Wednesday.
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Galushchenko, however, said that he would defend himself in court over his suspension. He said, ”I have spoken with the prime minister and agreed with her decision, but I will defend myself in court.
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”A political decision must be made and only then can all the details be sorted out. I believe the suspension for the duration of the investigation is a civilized and correct scenario. I will defend myself in court and prove my position.” Â
