How Long Will Yunus’s Illegal Government Continue Its Exploitation Through Corruption and Conflict of Interest?

In recent developments, serious questions have emerged about the Yunus-led interim government’s claims of transparency and integrity. Despite lofty declarations made abroad, mounting evidence suggests a reality riddled with corruption, favoritism, and abuse of power.

Yunus’s False Claims Abroad

While speaking in Doha, Qatar, Yunus boldly claimed, “The entire nation agrees—there is no corruption within this government. Ask anyone, and they will unanimously confirm that this government is corruption-free.”
(Source: Janakantha, April 24, 2025)

However, this narrative is widely rejected at home. Yunus likely refrained from making such claims within the country, knowing it would lead to public ridicule. His own appointees—from controversial student advisors like Asif Mahmud to parties such as the National Citizen Party (NCP)—have been repeatedly exposed for corruption and misconduct.

The Case of Asif Mahmud and APS Scandal

Advisor Asif Mahmud’s personal aide (APS), Moazzem Hossain, has been accused of embezzling over 300 crore taka. Allegations also surfaced against the personal officer (PO) of the Health Advisor involving hundreds of crores in corruption.

Following a series of cover-ups and public outcries, they were ultimately removed from their positions. Although Asif claimed that Moazzem resigned voluntarily, he later theatrically called for an “independent investigation” against his former APS—an investigation widely expected to lack transparency, especially after Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Chairman Abdul Momen declared the interim government “corruption-free” without proper inquiry. (Source: Kaler Kantho Online, April 21, 2025)

Further embarrassment followed when Asif was forced to publicly apologize after reports surfaced that his father had obtained a government contractor’s license under questionable circumstances.

Corruption within the National Citizen Party (NCP)

Student leaders affiliated with the NCP allegedly secured government jobs, including railway positions, under the pretext of promoting “merit over quota.”

Salahuddin Tanvir, Joint Member Secretary of the NCP, was temporarily suspended after facing allegations of commission trading at the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) and interfering in deputy commissioner (DC) appointments. (Source: The Daily Star, April 22)

Despite these grave allegations, Yunus’s administration has yet to initiate any criminal proceedings against Tanvir or others involved.

Scandal in the Railway Ministry

Three activists from the so-called Anti-Discrimination Student Movement were entrusted with "reforming" the Railway Ministry. However, they have been accused by Mahbub Kabir Milon, former Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Railways, of involvement in black marketing train tickets. (Source: Jagonews24.com, April 23, 2025)

In a Facebook post, Milon detailed how these individuals engaged in transfer-trading and illicit financial deals, stating:

“They roam freely within railway offices, engaging in unchecked business practices. They instill fear among officials to such an extent that many rise from their chairs when they enter the room.”

From the outset, the decision to assign students to a highly technical and specialized ministry like Railways was controversial. Now, with specific allegations of misconduct, there is growing pressure for a formal investigation. (Source: Prothom Alo, April 26, 2024)

Conflict of Interest and Rising Criticism

Yunus’s conduct abroad, where he spread misleading claims about his government's integrity, has been viewed as a deliberate attempt to whitewash widespread corruption at home.
Additionally, the government's move to reduce its ownership stake in Grameen Bank to just 10% under Yunus’s leadership raises serious concerns about conflict of interest.

Meanwhile, Yunus’s alleged involvement in quashing corruption cases against himself has fueled public outrage. Critics argue that under the guise of reform and activism, the government has allowed systemic corruption to flourish—appointing cronies, exploiting legal loopholes, and silencing accountability.

As bodies pile up from the so-called "movements," and as corruption infects every tier of governance, one question remains:

How much longer will Yunus continue to exploit the country under the pretense of reform?