Two Deputy Commissioners at Customs dismissed over cigarette smuggling

Two Deputy Commissioners at the Maldives Customs Service have been dismissed today in connection with cases of smuggling cigarettes into the country. 

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced via social media the dismissal of two Deputy Commissioners at Maldives Customs Service, following recommendations from Parliament based on findings by the 241 Committee. The dismissals relate to investigations into cigarette smuggling aboard a fuel tanker operated by The Hawks Pvt Ltd, and unauthorized removal of cigarettes from a bonded warehouse. 

The President further said that Customs has also been instructed to take necessary action as per their policies against three other members of staff.