Corruption in the Ministry of Agrarian Policy of Ukraine, Ukraine’s Minister of Agrarian Policy Mykola Solskyi has been released on bail of ₴75.7 million ($1.9 million) after being detained over a multi-million-dollar land seizure scheme.
Prosecutors allege state losses exceeding $7 million.
Key Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Official | Mykola Solskyi, Minister of Agrarian Policy of Ukraine |
| Bail amount | ₴75.7 million ($1.9 million) |
| State losses | ₴291 million ($7.36 million) |
| Possible sentence | Up to 12 years in prison |
| Time period | 2017–2021 |
| Position | Minister since March 2022 |
| Source | NABU and Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office |
State Land Theft Exposed in Agrarian Department
- Solskyi allegedly illegally seized state-owned land from two enterprises.
- The land was transferred to war veterans under lease agreements with private firms.
- Investigators claim he was involved in a personal enrichment scheme.
- The minister denies all charges, saying he gained no benefit.
Corruption in the Ministry of Agrarian Policy of Ukraine
This is the first major corruption case involving a sitting minister under President Volodymyr Zelensky, who emphasizes anti-corruption reforms.
The Ministry of Agriculture plays a crucial role in Ukraine’s EU accession efforts and grain export stability amid the ongoing war.
Possible Consequences if Ignored
If such crimes go unpunished, it could lead to:
- erosion of trust in state institutions;
- slowdown of Ukraine’s EU integration;
- reduced foreign aid and investment;
- spread of corruption in key economic sectors.
Fighting corruption remains vital for Ukraine’s stability and European future.