Mariah Meli Makes History as Ħal Għargħur’s First Labour Mayor Amidst Scandal of Public Fund Misuse

Scandal Unveiled: Misuse of Public Funds Rocks Ħal Għargħur Local Council

In an unprecedented twist of events, Mariah Meli is set to take the oath as Mayor of Ħal Għargħur, marking a historic shift with the Labour Party taking reins in the locality for the first time ever. This significant change follows the passing of a motion of no confidence against the previous Nationalist Mayor, amidst growing concerns and allegations of financial misconduct by the council.

Mariah Meli is the new mayor of Għargħur

At the heart of the scandal is the revelation that the Għargħur Local Council is drowning in a web of financial mismanagement and secrecy. Whispers of a shocking €23,500 debt have surfaced, allegedly tied to a sporting event dubbed “Għargħur Fight Night Part II” that reportedly never received official green light from the council members. The local governance, it appears, has been undermined by shadowy deals and backdoor arrangements that have left residents in disbelief.

Details of an alleged clandestine meeting in February 2024 have emerged, during which plans for a boxing event slated for May 11 were announced, promising that sponsorships would cover the costs. Yet, a glaring omission occurred—the budget for this event was neither presented nor sanctioned in any formal council assembly. This breach of protocol raises serious suspicions about the transparency of the past administration.

In an unbelievable twist, emails obtained from credible sources spotlight the then-Secretary of the Local Council, who purportedly validated the event logistics via a non-official email account, a clear deviation from protocol. In a further blow to procedural integrity, invoices linked to the debacle were conveniently dispatched to a Gmail account, bypassing the official communication channels entirely.

To add fuel to the fire, at the eleventh hour in April 2025, an eyebrow-raising Memorandum of Understanding surfaced, signed by the Mayor herself. It astonishingly outlines a scheme to repay the debt through monthly installments of €400—a desperate attempt to save face after months of pressure to settle outstanding dues as highlighted in a trove of incriminating emails.

This website is releasing evidence pertaining to the misuse of public funds.

Evidence- Pjazza De Box Gharghur 2

This scandal throws into stark relief the deeply concerning issues of fiscal irresponsibility and the blatant disregard for accountable governance within the council. As Mariah Meli steps into the mayoral role, all eyes are on her to restore faith and transparency in the administration, marking a turning point for Ħal Għargħur as it grapples with the aftermath of this scandalous chapter.