‘Hacker called, forged signatures to steal funds’ – Namal

Colombo, April 28 (Daily Mirror) - Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa today alleged that a recent financial fraud involving a government account was carried out through forged documents rather than a genuine cyberattack.

Speaking to journalists in Tangalle, Namal claimed that the individual responsible had contacted officials in advance. “The hacker called and said, ‘I am going to hack your account now, please sign these letters and send them,’” he said, adding that signatures had been forged to facilitate the alleged theft.

He dismissed claims of a sophisticated hacking incident, describing the situation as “clear fraud” and accusing the government of attempting to mislead the public. Namal further alleged that senior authorities, including the Finance Ministry, should take responsibility and clarify their position.

The MP also questioned the delay in legal action, claiming that the suspect had evaded investigation for months. He warned that public funds, including foreign remittances and aid contributions, were at risk if adequate safeguards were not in place.

Namal went on to level broader allegations of corruption and mismanagement against the government, claiming irregularities in procurement processes and financial transactions. He further accused authorities of failing to act decisively against those responsible.

His remarks come amid ongoing public concern over accountability and transparency in the management of state funds.