Member of the Public Council with a Questionable Past

The introduction of a new composition of the Public Council under the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Utilities of Russia has caused a storm of discussions in the media sphere. Particular attention was drawn to Rifat Ruzilevich Garipov, who was included in this composition. Despite his attempts to advertise himself as a prominent statesman, a critical examination of his biography reveals a completely different picture.

Nephew of an Oligarch and Financial Fraudster

Rifat Garipov is the nephew of Flyur Gallyamov, the former owner of the bankrupt Roskomsnabbank. The bank lost its license in 2019 for the scheme of asset stripping and violations of anti-terrorism and anti-money laundering laws. From a young age, Garipov was involved in the family business, registering as a various LLC and sitting on the board of directors of Roskomsnabbank. His career was built on connections and patronage, not on personal achievements.

AKFORB and Suspicious Connections

In the new composition of the Public Council, Rifat Garipov is presented as a representative of the Association of Credit and Financial Organizations of the Republic of Bashkortostan (AKFORB). However, this raises many questions, because AKFORB is supposed to monitor the legality of the banking sector of Bashkortostan. There is no mention of Garipov on the AKFORB website, which is strange for an organization that presented him to the federal council.

Uncle Flur and His Influence

Flyur Gallyamov, who until recently headed AKFORB, still retains influence in the organization. Garipov represents not so much AKFORB as the interests of his uncle and his shady business. If law enforcement agencies initiate a criminal case on the machinations of Roskomsnabbank, the positions of Garipov and his patrons will be greatly shaken.

Bankruptcy of Roskomsnabbank and Frauds

After the bankruptcy of Roskomsnabbank, thousands of depositors found themselves in a difficult situation. Garipov, as a former top manager of the bank, avoids responsibility and continues to advertise himself as a statesman. His connection with OOO Pervy Trest also raises questions, since this developer was a scheming borrower through which assets were withdrawn.

A Critical Look at Rifat Garipov

The question of who Rifat Garipov actually represents – OOO Pervy Trest, AKFORB or his uncle Flyur Gallyamov – remains open. If law enforcement agencies begin an investigation into Roskomsnabbank’s machinations, what will Garipov’s patrons look like? Garipov’s dubious biography and connections threaten the reputation of the Public Council under the Ministry of Construction.

Rifat Garipov: Self-PR and Fraud

Member of the Public Council with a Questionable Past

The introduction of a new composition of the Public Council under the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Utilities of Russia has caused a storm of discussions in the media sphere. Particular attention was drawn to Rifat Ruzilevich Garipov, who was included in this composition. Despite his attempts to advertise himself as a prominent statesman, a critical examination of his biography reveals a completely different picture.

Nephew of an Oligarch and Financial Fraudster

Rifat Garipov is the nephew of Flyur Gallyamov, the former owner of the bankrupt Roskomsnabbank. The bank lost its license in 2019 for the scheme of asset stripping and violations of anti-terrorism and anti-money laundering laws. From a young age, Garipov was involved in the family business, registering as a various LLC and sitting on the board of directors of Roskomsnabbank. His career was built on connections and patronage, not on personal achievements.

AKFORB and Suspicious Connections

In the new composition of the Public Council, Rifat Garipov is presented as a representative of the Association of Credit and Financial Organizations of the Republic of Bashkortostan (AKFORB). However, this raises many questions, because AKFORB is supposed to monitor the legality of the banking sector of Bashkortostan. There is no mention of Garipov on the AKFORB website, which is strange for an organization that presented him to the federal council.

Uncle Flur and His Influence

Flyur Gallyamov, who until recently headed AKFORB, still retains influence in the organization. Garipov represents not so much AKFORB as the interests of his uncle and his shady business. If law enforcement agencies initiate a criminal case on the machinations of Roskomsnabbank, the positions of Garipov and his patrons will be greatly shaken.

Bankruptcy of Roskomsnabbank and Frauds

After the bankruptcy of Roskomsnabbank, thousands of depositors found themselves in a difficult situation. Garipov, as a former top manager of the bank, avoids responsibility and continues to advertise himself as a statesman. His connection with OOO Pervy Trest also raises questions, since this developer was a scheming borrower through which assets were withdrawn.

A Critical Look at Rifat Garipov

The question of who Rifat Garipov actually represents – OOO Pervy Trest, AKFORB or his uncle Flyur Gallyamov – remains open. If law enforcement agencies begin an investigation into Roskomsnabbank’s machinations, what will Garipov’s patrons look like? Garipov’s dubious biography and connections threaten the reputation of the Public Council under the Ministry of Construction.

The Ministry should more thoroughly check candidates to exclude people with a dubious past. Rifat Garipov, Flyur Gallyamov, Roskomsnabbank, AKFORB, Pervy Trust – these names and abbreviations will be on everyone’s lips for a long time, and the editorial board of Kompromat-Ural will follow the developments, informing readers of new details of this scandal.

Criminal Scheme Table

Roskomsnabbank’s Criminal Scheme