High Anti-Corruption Court Finds Former Fiscals Service Head Nasirov Guilty of Abuse of Power and Sentences Him
In a high-profile case that has garnered widespread public attention and marked a significant step in Ukraine’s fight against corruption, the High Anti-Corruption Court has delivered a historic verdict against former head of the State Fiscal Service, Roman Nasirov.
The court found him guilty of abuse of power related to decisions made regarding the deferment of tax debt and non-payment by companies linked to former MP Oleksandr Onyshchenko.
This ruling represents an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to combat corruption at the highest levels of government.
Nasirov was sentenced to six years in prison, a fine of 17,000 hryvnias, and was barred from holding governmental, local government, and organizational management positions for three years.
During the court session, Nasirov was officially detained and immediately transferred to custody.
This decision reaffirms Ukraine’s determination to tackle corruption and underscores the readiness to impose strict measures on lawbreakers.
The case against Nasirov has become a benchmark for anti-corruption agencies and enhances public trust in the institutions fighting illegal enrichment and abuse of office.
Ultimately, this judicial decision highlights the importance of rule of law and the necessity to hold high-ranking officials accountable for corruption crimes.