Iraq Electricity Director Sentenced to Seven Years

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The building of Iraq’s Federal Commission of Integrity. Photo: Integrity Commission
The building of Iraq’s Federal Commission of Integrity. Photo: Integrity Commission

At a Glance

  • Iraq’s Anti-Corruption Criminal Court sentenced Alaa Samir al-Jubouri to seven years in prison.
  • The former electricity director was convicted of corruption and illicit enrichment.
  • The court ordered the return of nearly 25 billion IQD.
  • His movable and immovable assets are subject to seizure.

Iraq’s Federal Integrity Commission announced that the Anti-Corruption Criminal Court has sentenced Alaa Samir al-Jubouri to seven years in prison over corruption and illicit enrichment.


Key Statements and Focus Area

  • Court ruling: Jabouti was sentenced to seven years in prison under Article 19 of the Integrity and Illicit Enrichment Commission Law.
  • Illicit enrichment: The court ordered the return of approximately 25 billion Iraqi dinars obtained unlawfully.
  • Asset seizure: The court ordered the seizure of the convict’s movable and immovable property.

Al-Jubouri served as Director General of the Central Electricity Distribution Company within Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity. The Federal Integrity Commission retains the right to seek compensation for damages after the ruling becomes final.

He was arrested under a court order on June 22, 2026, in Baghdad’s Zayouna neighborhood. According to the case information, 76 billion Iraqi dinars were found concealed at his orchard property at the time of his arrest.

Al-Jubouri had previously been recognized as the “Most Honest Employee of the Year” on January 20, 2023.

FYI

The Anti-Corruption Criminal Court handles corruption cases involving public officials and other defendants. The Federal Integrity Commission refers cases to the judiciary as part of efforts to recover public funds and pursue legal accountability.

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