Libyan education minister sentenced to 3.5 years in prison over corruption

17/3/2025 5:57

The Libyan Attorney General's office announced on Sunday that the country's Education Minister, Musa al-Magaryaf, has been sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for corruption and abuse of power.

The charges stem from the minister's involvement in managing the contracting procedures for printing and supplying school books. The Attorney General's office stated that al-Magaryaf violated the principle of equality and engaged in favoritism and mediation during the process.

The court's final ruling included a 3.5-year prison sentence, a fine of 1,000 Libyan dinars (approximately 207 USD), and a deprivation of civil rights for the duration of the sentence and an additional year after it is served.