KUWAIT CITY, March 27: Kuwait’s Minister of Education, Eng. Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei, announced the referral of seven cases involving suspected financial and administrative corruption to the Public Prosecution. These cases were uncovered following the discovery of serious violations, particularly after the activation of the Inspection and Audit Office—a ministerial oversight body tasked with monitoring the ministry’s operations.

In a press statement on Thursday, Minister Al-Tabtabaei reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to the highest standards of transparency and integrity, stressing that the law will be applied without exception. “Any negligence or breach of duty will be met with strict accountability,” he declared. “No one is above the law, and we will continue our reform plan to root out all forms of corruption—administrative, financial, or educational—wherever it exists.”

The minister emphasized that the Ministry of Education is focused on building a robust educational system founded on efficiency, fairness, and institutional discipline. “We will not hesitate to hold accountable anyone found negligent or complicit in misconduct,” he stated. “The current phase demands unwavering resolve—we will act decisively against those who jeopardize the nation’s interests.”

He further noted that the ministry is addressing deficiencies with full transparency and will take all necessary measures to safeguard public funds and uphold the integrity of the education sector. Collaboration with relevant authorities is ongoing to strengthen internal oversight and prevent recurring violations that could disrupt the educational process.

Accountability as a National Duty

Minister Al-Tabtabaei underscored that accountability is not optional but a national obligation, driven by public trust and reinforced by political will. “Sustainable progress in education can only be achieved through integrity, discipline, and fair enforcement,” he said. The ministry remains dedicated to enhancing transparency and fostering justice to secure a brighter future for coming generations.

He called on all ministry employees to uphold their professional and national responsibilities, urging collective efforts to realize the ministry’s reform vision. “Educational advancement is a shared mission—one that requires unity and collaboration to elevate our system to excellence.”

Details of the Violations

In a separate statement, the Ministry of Education disclosed that the investigated cases involved abuses of authority, embezzlement of public funds, forgery of official documents, and other financial and administrative breaches violating ministry regulations.

All evidence related to the alleged corruption has been compiled and attached to the respective case files, ensuring that legal proceedings proceed with full transparency. The ministry added that additional cases are under review and will follow the same legal protocols; if violations are confirmed, they too will be forwarded to the Public Prosecution.