Reuben Marumahoko, the former Mashonaland West Minister of State, was arrested on fraud charges related to misusing agricultural inputs provided by the government.
He allegedly received resources like seed, fertilizers, and chemicals under the Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (ARDA) commercial farmers’ joint venture programme, intended for planting 200 hectares of irrigated maize.
However, Marumahoko is accused of planting maize on only 46 hectares, while selling the surplus inputs, resulting in a financial loss of US$37,950 for ARDA.
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Marumahoko was remanded in custody after a court hearing on Monday, where Magistrate Nyasha Marufu agreed with the prosecution to delay a decision on his bail, citing concerns that he might flee or interfere with witnesses.
Additionally, his delayed voluntary surrender to the police was noted. Marumahoko’s wife, Andy Maririmba, was also arrested on similar fraud charges on Saturday.
The case is still ongoing, with a ruling on his bail expected tomorrow.
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