Al-Jahra Cooperative Board of Directors dissolved; case referred to the Public Prosecution

Sultan Al-Abdan

Minister of Social Affairs, Family, and Childhood, Dr. Umthal Hadi Al-Huwaileh, issued a ministerial decision dissolving the board of directors of Al-Jahra Cooperative Society and appointing an interim board of directors to manage the society’s affairs. This decision was made in light of the findings from the inspection, auditing, and oversight activities conducted by the Ministry.

Dr. Al-Huwaileh affirmed that the decision is part of the Ministry’s supervisory and regulatory responsibilities over the cooperative sector, reflecting its commitment to protecting members’ funds and reinforcing principles of integrity, transparency, governance, and compliance with the laws and regulations governing cooperative operations.

She clarified that the Ministry has also referred several incidents and the individuals involved, among the society’s employees, to the Public Prosecution to take the necessary actions, investigate the allegations against them, and determine legal responsibilities based on the outcomes of the investigations.

She added that the appointment of an interim board of directors aims to ensure the continuity of the society’s operations and the regular provision of services to its members and local residents, safeguarding their interests during the transitional period until the prescribed legal and regulatory procedures are completed.

Dr. Al-Huwaileh emphasized that the Ministry will continue its oversight and auditing of cooperative societies and take legal action against any violations detected, thereby protecting members’ funds and enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of the cooperative sector.