The Maldives Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is investigating the Maldives Media Council's (MMC) recent decision to grant an investigative journalism award to Adhadhu Online for a documentary criticised for potential ethical violations. ACC officials visited the MMC office after receiving complaints of possible misuse of authority in awarding the prize. The documentary, which had previously been condemned by the MMC for lacking journalistic integrity, has led to questions about the award process, with the MMC president stating that the decision was made solely by the awards committee.