RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) has arrested 174 government employees on charges related to corruption, officials confirmed on Monday. The arrested individuals were affiliated with several government bodies, including the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Commerce, and Ministry of Municipalities and Housing.
Following the arrests, some of the employees were released on bail as investigations continue. Authorities have not disclosed specific details regarding the nature of the alleged corrupt activities or the identities of those detained.
The operation is part of ongoing efforts by Saudi authorities to combat corruption within government institutions. Nazaha, responsible for monitoring and preventing corruption, has been actively pursuing cases across various sectors to promote transparency and accountability in public service.
Officials indicate that the investigation is still underway and have pledged to take stringent measures against any violations detected during the review process. The crackdown aligns with broader reforms in Saudi Arabia aimed at improving governance and enforcing regulatory compliance.
No further information has been released regarding the next steps for the detainees or the timeline for concluding the inquiry.