BFIU asks banks to freeze accounts of ex-MP Sheikh Salahuddin Jewel, family

The Bangladesh Monetary Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has asked banks to freeze the accounts of Sheikh Salahuddin Jewel, a historical member of parliament of the Khulna-2 constituency, and different members of the family.

The anti-cash laundering agency sent the directive to all banks and monetary institutions within the nation.

As per the letter, bank accounts of their connected non-public entities can even come beneath the directive.

The accounts will be frozen for 30 days, with the possibility of an extension if wanted.