website hit counter
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Thursday, July 31, 2025

HomeNews"I don’t know if they’ll take me to show hidden weapons" -...

“I don’t know if they’ll take me to show hidden weapons” – Namal Arrivers at CID Over SriLankan Airbus Deal

“I don’t know if they’ll take me to show hidden weapons” – Namal Arrivers at CID Over SriLankan Airbus Deal

spot_img

“I’m not scared at all… But I don’t know if they’ll take me to show hidden weapons,” SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa said as he arrived at the CID this morning to provide a statement regarding the SriLankan Airlines Airbus deal.

The investigation focuses on alleged corruption in the 2013 transaction to purchase 10 Airbus aircraft.

The deal, which involved then-SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena, has come under scrutiny following a UK Serious Fraud Office (SFO) investigation. The probe revealed that $16.84 million in bribes were paid as part of the agreement. It was further uncovered that $2 million was deposited into a Brunei account linked to Chandrasena’s wife, with additional funds transferred to other accounts.

Rajapaksa stated that he and his family receiving summons was a good thing, as it allowed them to prove their innocence. He claimed that the move was politically motivated, pointing out that a former member of the Anti-Corruption Unit under the Good Governance government is now the Public Security Minister.

“Now everyone can say if they have hidden money that the Rajapaksas are behind them to rescue themselves because the government is keen on a witch hunt against our family,” he said.

He also questioned the government’s priorities, stating that while it was acceptable for them to prosecute his family, they should also ensure that suspects appearing in court are properly handled.

spot_img

Latest articles

Maldives Grants 90-Day Free On-Arrival Tourist Visa for Sri Lankans

The Government of the Maldives has announced a 90-day free on-arrival tourist visa for...

Ex-Navy Chief Nishantha Ulugetenne Further Remanded

Former Navy Commander Admiral (Retired) Nishantha Ulugetenne, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation...

Gota Willing to Testify in Lalith – Kugan Disappearance Case, Court Informed

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa informed the Supreme Court that he is willing to provide...

Tutu’s Incredible Journey: Cat Travels 72km to Find Her Way Back Home

A two-year-old pet cat named Tutu has amazed many by making a 72-kilometre solo...

More like this

Maldives Grants 90-Day Free On-Arrival Tourist Visa for Sri Lankans

The Government of the Maldives has announced a 90-day free on-arrival tourist visa for...

Ex-Navy Chief Nishantha Ulugetenne Further Remanded

Former Navy Commander Admiral (Retired) Nishantha Ulugetenne, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation...

Gota Willing to Testify in Lalith – Kugan Disappearance Case, Court Informed

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa informed the Supreme Court that he is willing to provide...