Moroccan Minister Dismissed by King Hours After Appointment Over Leak
Moroccan minister Madiha Khayr was dismissed by King Mohammed VI within 48 hours of her appointment after leaked personal documents sparked a major social media controversy.
A newly appointed Moroccan minister, Madiha Khayr, was dismissed by King Mohammed VI less than 48 hours after taking office following a social media scandal. Khayr, 51, was named to head the Ministry of Vocational Training and Rehabilitation under Prime Minister Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri's new government.
Shortly after her swearing-in, a leaked document from 2004 surfaced on social media, claiming she had experienced psychological distress in the past. Another unverified report accused her of financial fraud, sparking a massive public debate over background checks and the privacy of officials.
Following the uproar, Prime Minister El Mansouri requested her dismissal, which the King swiftly approved. Government spokesman Samir Belfquih defended the rapid decision, citing a commitment to institutional responsibility and a joint political assessment among coalition partners.
