Barishal, Feb. 6 -- e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman has called for corruption to be fully eradicated, warning that tackling only its "leaves or branches" would be insufficient.

He stressed the need for removing corruption from its roots to ensure good governance and accountability in Bangladesh.

Speaking at an election rally at Mehendiganj Government RC College ground in Barishal on Friday morning, Dr Shafiqur Rahman criticised the current legal system, saying it is "unjust that big corrupt individuals remain outside the law while small offenders are punished."

He said if Jamaat were entrusted with running the country, it would neither engage in extortion nor allow others to do so.

The Jamaat chief highlighted his party's commitment...