Former Saladin Governor Ahmed al-Jubouri Arrested on Graft Charges

Ahmed al‑Jubouri and a close associate were taken into custody by authorities in Iraq’s Saladin province on accusations of misusing funds earmarked for public contracts. The arrests were announced by the provincial anti‑corruption office, which said the suspects are suspected of diverting contract monies for personal gain and that the operation was part of a broader effort to curb financial misconduct in regional development projects.

Investigators have not disclosed the exact amount of money involved or the specific contracts under review, but they indicated that the case will be forwarded to the provincial prosecutor’s office for further legal action. The detention of al‑Jubouri and his associate underscores ongoing scrutiny of public‑sector spending in Saladin, with officials stating that additional inquiries may follow as the investigation proceeds.