Hospitality College Cost Inflation – 2007–2023 Charges
Scandal Overview
Overview Summary
Ex-Tourism Minister Najib Balala and other officials are charged with inflating the cost of a hospitality college project between 2007 and 2023. The project's value allegedly increased from $12.5 million to over $66.7 million, with accusations of the accused parties embezzling tens of millions of dollars.
Former Tourism Minister Najib Balala, along with other officials, faces charges stemming from the period between 2007 and 2023. They are accused of massively inflating the cost of a project to construct a hospitality college. The project, initially valued at $12.5 million, allegedly ballooned to over $66.7 million, with the accused parties suspected of pocketing tens of millions of dollars from the inflated costs. This case spans multiple administrations and highlights long-term corruption vulnerabilities.
Status:
Under Investigation
Date Reported: December 1, 2023
Parties Involved:
- Najib Balala (Former Tourism Minister)
- Other unnamed government officials
Estimated Impact: $54,200,000.00
Last updated: June 18, 2025
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