Pravind Jugnauth, a former Prime Minister of Mauritius, has been arrested on charges of money laundering. The state-run Financial Crimes Commission, led by spokesperson Ibrahim Rossaye, carried out the arrest early on Sunday. Jugnauth is currently detained at the Moka detention centre, situated in the central district of Moka, Mauritius.
Jugnauth's arrest comes as a significant development in Mauritius's political landscape. As the former leader of the nation, he had previously represented Mauritius at international forums, including the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Britain, on November 2, 2021. His involvement in such high-profile international events makes the charges all the more surprising.
The Financial Crimes Commission, a government-operated body responsible for investigating financial crimes, spearheaded the operation resulting in Jugnauth's arrest. The organization has expressed its commitment to ensuring transparency and integrity in financial dealings within the country. Ibrahim Rossaye, serving as the spokesperson for the Commission, confirmed that Jugnauth will remain detained at Moka detention centre while investigations continue.
The Moka detention centre, located in the heart of Mauritius, is now housing one of the nation's most prominent political figures. This arrest highlights the Commission's resolve to pursue allegations of financial misconduct, regardless of the individual's status or past contributions to the country.
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