Adnan Abul, Chairman of the Fact-Finding Committee investigating irregularities in promotional draws supervised by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, revealed the committee's operational plan. The initial phase will conduct a full review of all draws conducted in banks and shopping malls under ministry supervision since 2015 to verify procedural compliance and identify potential violations.

Key Investigation Measures:

1. Expanded Timeline: The review period may be extended based on evidence, documentation, and legal considerations

2. Focus Areas:

   • Analysis of duplicate winner names

   • Conflict of interest cases

   • Prize transfers/renunciations

   • Vehicle prize conversions

3. Digital Platform: A dedicated portal will:

   • Receive public reports/complaints with evidence

   • Publish investigation updates/results

   • Ensure transparency through the ministry's official channel

Review Scope Includes:

• Previous State Audit Bureau reports on draws

• Social media allegations of violations

• Documentation of all draw supervisors during the period

• Examination of supervisors/relatives who won prizes

Enforcement Actions:

• Immediate referral to Public Prosecution for suspected:

  • Fraud

  • Manipulation

  • Forgery

• Legal Department tasked with:

  • Evidence collection

  • Interagency cooperation

  • Comprehensive case building

Committee Background:
Formed by Minister Khalifa Al-Ajeel's decision last Monday, the committee includes:

• Chair: Kuwait Lawyers Association head Adnan Abul

• Members from:

  • Legal Affairs Department

  • Criminal Investigations Directorate

  • Financial Intelligence Unit

Operational Timeline:
Initial 2-month mandate (extendable if required) from decision date