The head of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (Nazaha), Muhammad Al-Sharif, said he is not satisfied with his commission’s work.

“Efforts are made to improve its mechanisms of work,” he said, indicating that while some cases have been dealt with and closed, others were referred to different supervisory bodies. “We receive more than 100 complaints a day,” he said.

But, he argued, the names of the culprits cannot be disclosed until after a ruling has been issued. “Otherwise, this action constitutes a defamation case,” he explained.

“We are reviewing contracts for maintenance closely. In addition, we are conducting ad hoc inspection tours on premises.”

He said that the commission’s role ends after gathering evidence, marking the end of the investigation and inspection phases.

“We submit what we have at hand to such bodies as the Investigation Commission and the Court of Grievances,” he said.

Nazaha is not biased, said Al-Sharif, adding: “We have nothing to hide or conceal regarding any issue.”

He dismissed the idea that the educational role of Nazaha is poor. “We have an awareness media plan in place currently which we think is effective,” he said.

Nazaha is participating in Janadriyah for the second year in a row. “We have benefited from the experience of the last year,” he pointed out, indicating that the body is launching awareness and education campaigns during their participation in the festival this year.