Mustafa Lakham's Legal Troubles Ahead
On April 7, 2026, Mustafa Lakham, a former world champion in kickboxing and the president of the Imouzzer Kandar municipality, will appear before the ordinary criminal chamber of the Court of First Instance in Safrou. This court appearance is in connection with serious allegations involving the misappropriation of public funds and the forgery of administrative documents. The session is scheduled to commence at 9:00 AM in courtroom number 1, where Lakham is set to stand trial alongside three other defendants, all facing similar charges related to the misappropriation of public assets and the forgery of official documents.
The case also involves three individuals who have been identified as victims, referred to as "A.A," "A.M," and "R.A." Additionally, the court is expected to summon around twenty witnesses to provide their testimonies throughout various stages of the trial, which adds further complexity to the proceedings.
Background on the Case
The origins of this contentious legal matter can be traced back to an investigation initiated by the investigating judge at the Court of Appeal in Fez, which focused on suspicions of embezzlement and misappropriation of public funds. The detailed investigation concluded in late May 2025, and the case was subsequently referred to the public prosecutor, who decided to pursue charges in the Court of First Instance in Safrou based on jurisdictional authority.
Notably, Mustafa Lakham had previously announced his resignation from the presidency of the Imouzzer Kandar municipal council on March 19, 2025, citing a "blockage" that hindered the execution of several developmental projects in the city as the reason behind his decision.
As reported by ar.le360.ma.
