Houthi Leaders Accused of Embezzling 72 Million Riyals in Hajjah Humanitarian Aid Scandal

Major Corruption Scandal Uncovered in Hajjah

Local sources in the Najra district of Hajjah province have unveiled a significant corruption scandal involving the embezzlement of humanitarian aid over the past two years. Houthi leaders are alleged to have orchestrated this scheme, which involved the misappropriation of more than 72 million Yemeni riyals, all under the pretext of purchasing a “shovel” for local development projects.

Financial Scandal Details

According to reports, the Houthi militia seized 24,000 cans of relief oil during three consecutive distributions. This aid, valued at approximately 72 million riyals, primarily benefited influential individuals and Houthi supervisors in the district. Additionally, activists have raised concerns regarding the mysterious disappearance of two excavators that were allocated to the district two years ago, alongside quantities of diesel intended for road maintenance.

Exploitation of Humanitarian Aid

Activists have accused militia leaders of misappropriating these resources for personal gain. They highlighted that no significant public services have been implemented, except for an individual initiative by a local benefactor to clear part of the main road. The situation has been characterized as a “systematic robbery” of humanitarian aid meant for the impoverished, as it exploits citizens’ suffering to facilitate corruption under the guise of fictitious projects.

Calls for Investigation and Accountability

In light of these allegations, local residents are demanding a transparent investigation to uncover the fate of the embezzled funds and aid. They emphasize the urgent need to hold accountable those involved in the misappropriation of relief resources, which serve as a lifeline for thousands of needy families in the district. The lack of action regarding these abuses raises suspicions about the involvement of powerful leaders in the theft of humanitarian aid.

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