KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 -- Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia (Ikram) has suspended three members arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in connection with a massive investigation into the alleged misappropriation of approximately RM230 million in zakat funds.

The move comes after two individuals, including the deputy chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO), were remanded for four days starting today to assist in the MACC probe.

In a statement today, Ikram president Badlishah Sham Baharin said that the organisation views the matter seriously and is extending its full cooperation to the MACC.

"As an administrative measure and without prejudice to any party, the individuals involved have been immediately relieved of ...