Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody is set to face High Court charges in a high-profile bribery and corruption case, as Sri Lanka’s Bribery Commission confirms that his file has reached the legal queue. With allegations of misappropriating Rs. 8 million during his tenure at the Fertilizer Corporation, the case has become a major test of political accountability and transparency.
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has confirmed that legal proceedings against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody are moving forward, following corruption complaints linked to his time at the Fertilizer Corporation in 2015. The case centers on allegations of bribery, tender manipulation, and the misappropriation of Rs. 8 million.
According to officials, Minister Jayakody’s file has been listed as case number 49 in the Bribery Commission’s records. The file was forwarded to Director General Ranga Dissanayake, who in turn referred it to the Legal Division for further action. Indictments have already been completed in 25 of the 69 cases under review, with Jayakody’s file now a priority in the queue.
The allegations stem from Jayakody’s role as head of the Fertilizer Corporation tender board. Investigators claim irregularities arose during the awarding of a specific tender, including questionable payment methods and concerns about guarantee deposits. The Bribery Commission later re-initiated its inquiry after finding overlaps with earlier misappropriation cases.
A senior CIABOC official stressed that all corruption files are being processed in the order received, ensuring no favoritism in the handling of high-profile cases. Alongside Jayakody, two others are expected to be charged in the High Court for their alleged involvement.
This case underscores growing public concern over corruption in Sri Lanka and highlights the Bribery Commission’s effort to deliver accountability in political scandals. Keywords such as bribery case, corruption case, misappropriation of funds, and Fertilizer Corporation tender scandal remain central to this unfolding legal battle.
