EC secretary says he was misquoted on comment over carrying Tk5cr in cash
'I have neither the authority nor the jurisdiction to make such a statement,' he says
Election Commission (EC) Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed has expressed frustration, claiming he was "misquoted" over a reported comment regarding the movement of Tk5 crore.
"I did not give any permission or explanation regarding taking away Tk5 crore. Spreading such misinformation is extremely unfortunate. Please do not misquote me," he told reporters in front of his office at the Election Commission building in Agargaon, Dhaka, this evening (11 February).
The secretary said he was being quoted as having stated that there would be no problem if Tk5 crore was taken away.
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"I have neither the authority nor the jurisdiction to make such a statement. I did not say this. I have been misquoted," he added.
Responding to a question, he further said that those who intercepted the money would examine its source, amount and purpose before making a decision.
"They will interpret the law in this matter," he said.
