Allegations emerge over suspension of a Fenaka senior supervisor in Milandhoo following a social media post
Mohamed Shaam, a Senior Supervisor at the Fenaka Corporation’s Milandhoo branch, has been abruptly suspended following a social media post. This disciplinary action comes amid growing criticism over the utility company’s recruitment practices, with allegations that staff are being hired for political motives only to be dismissed shortly after. As part of ongoing efforts to stabilize its financial situation and reduce overhead costs, Fenaka has also introduced a voluntary redundancy scheme for employees wishing to resign.
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A senior supervisor at the Fenaka Corporation branch in Sh. Milandhoo has reportedly been suspended over a social media post.
A resident of the island who spoke with RaajjeMV confirmed that Mohamed Shaam, a Senior Supervisor at the Fenaka branch in Sh. Milandhoo, has been suspended.
Reports indicate that the notice of his suspension from official duties was issued abruptly during the late hours of the night. It is further alleged that the suspension was triggered by a post he made on social media.
Following the sudden suspension of a Fenaka employee, the company's Managing Director Mohamed Afeef Hussain stated that the current payroll of approximately 8,000 employees is unsustainable, with monthly expenditure reaching nearly MVR 90 million.
Fenaka’s Managing Director Afeef made these remarks as the company continues its efforts to streamline its workforce. As part of this initiative, employees have been offered a voluntary redundancy package, including four months' salary, with the application window open from the 3rd to the 14th of this month.
While this represents a significant hardship for employees, complaints have intensified against President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s administration regarding the large-scale recruitment of staff ahead of elections.
Fenaka Corporation created hundreds of jobs across various islands ahead of the Local Council Elections, Women's Development Committee elections, and the referendum held on April 4. These positions were reportedly established as a strategic move to secure a majority for the government. However, following the government's significant defeat in the elections, reports of mass dismissals have surged, with many employees alleging they are being terminated from their posts.
Furthermore, amid allegations of corruption involving Fenaka’s management, many members of the public have noted that these actions are hindering the company’s ability to provide essential services. The combination of an inflated workforce and systemic corruption has plunged Fenaka Corporation into debt, leading to a severe decline in its financial standing.
