Serious allegations have emerged against former Awami League MP Nurunnabi Chowdhury Shaon of Bhola-3 constituency, accusing him of embezzling approximately Tk 1 crore meant for organizing a massive rally of five lakh party leaders and activists in Dhaka. Rather than distributing the funds as intended, Shaon allegedly maintained personal control over the money, sparking widespread anger among party members.

The controversy has reached senior Awami League leadership, with multiple complaints being filed to top party officials who currently remain in hiding. Adding to the political fallout, former Dhaka-9 MP Bahauddin Nasim has publicly denounced Shaon's alleged criminal activities, according to Awami League sources.

Shaon, a powerful figure in Bhola-3's Awami League, was known as "Warring Shaon" in Dhaka due to his previous employment at Warring Store. He faces multiple serious allegations, including involvement in the Sagar-Runi murder case and the killing of his own bodyguard. Furthermore, he has been accused of establishing a monopoly in Dhaka's real estate sector through his leadership role in REHAB (Real Estate & Housing Association of Bangladesh), according to intelligence sources.

From Humble Beginnings to Political Power
Shaon's rise from a simple employee at Mogbazar's Warring Store to political prominence was remarkably swift. With support from then-influential Chhatra League leader Liakat and the patronage of Amir Hossain Amu, he secured an Awami League nomination and became an MP without facing any electoral competition. His influence expanded from casino operations to controlling real estate businesses across Dhaka, eventually becoming REHAB president.

Despite numerous corruption complaints filed with the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), his position as a ruling-party MP allegedly protected him from accountability. Shaon reportedly used his influence to control housing projects and public works contractors.

Recent Developments
A leaked audio recording of a phone conversation between Shaon and fugitive former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina recently circulated on social media. In the call, Shaon allegedly discussed plans to mobilize five lakh activists for disruptive activities in Dhaka before fleeing the country.

During their conversation, Hasina reportedly realized the grim reality that her party would not regain control of the Awami League headquarters at Bangabandhu Avenue. She expressed frustration at being unable to organize even a small gathering of five people, let alone a massive rally.

Shaon claimed the planned rally of five lakh activists had been postponed and would be rescheduled after consulting Hasina. The discussion also touched on provoking clashes with police and interim government supporters to create chaos nationwide.

Hasina raised concerns about the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, referencing former Philippine President Duterte's case involving alleged extrajudicial killings. She noted that party members were documenting and submitting evidence of human rights violations to the ICC. Shaon is currently fugitive in Bangkok.

Financial Irregularities Uncovered
Intelligence sources reveal that Shaon allegedly diverted party funds intended for grassroots workers to his personal accounts. This has caused significant resentment among rank-and-file party members. Former Councilor Taimur Reza Khokon: Shaon's Right-Hand Man and Brother-in-Law

Taimur Reza Khokon, former councilor of Ward 36 and the brother-in-law of Nurunnabi Chowdhury Intelligence sources indicate Shaon is spending heavily to secure Khokon’s early release from prison.

Shaon, served as Shaon's right-hand man in extortion operations across Madhubag and Hatirjhil areas. Khokon allegedly oversaw illegal toll collections from real estate businesses and commercial establishments under Shaon's directives, commanding a network of over 100 operatives. Khokon and his team reportedly manage Shaon’s vast properties, including land under Hatirjhil Police Station’s jurisdiction.

ACC Uncovers Illegal Assets
The Anti-Corruption Commission has found Nurunnabi Chowdhury Shaon in possession of assets worth Tk 51.928 million that are inconsistent with his known income sources. Additionally, the ACC has identified suspicious transactions totaling Tk 2.087 billion across 33 bank accounts linked to Shaon and his associates.