Senator Kob lashes out over EC probe and issues threat to iLaw
Senator Pol. Col. Kob Atjanakit fires back over his petition to the NACC regarding the Senator collusion case, criticizing opposition MPs and warning iLaw under Article 116 at the Thai Parliament on Oct 6, 2026.
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- Senator Pol. Col. Kob Atjanakit petitioned the NACC to investigate the EC over the Senator collusion case.
- He criticized a former judge's use of the term silent coup as provoking.
- He lashed out at opposition MPs and warned iLaw of potential Article 116 violations.
On October 6, 2026, at the Sappaya-Sapasathan Thai Parliament Bangkok, Senator Pol. Col. Kob Atjanakit addressed the public regarding his submission of a petition to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). He stated that the move aimed to have the NACC investigate facts in accordance with the law, clarifying that it was not a pre-judgment of guilt against any specific individuals.
Pol. Col. Kob emphasized the importance of protecting the rights of the accused, witnesses, and related persons under the presumption of innocence in criminal law. He noted that once the matter reached the NACC, it fell under their jurisdiction to proceed. He declined to reveal specific names or details regarding the petition, stating only that the EC is an independent organization subject to NACC oversight and all actions must strictly adhere to the legal framework.
Contextual insight: The political friction surrounding the Senator collusion allegations and the oversight of independent bodies like the Election Commission highlights ongoing legislative and legal tensions in Thailand, where disputes often draw sharp rhetoric from politicians and civil society groups alike.
Furthermore, Pol. Col. Kob expressed strong disapproval of an expression used by a former judge who termed the situation a silent coup, describing it as an offensive phrase and advising the individual to act maturely rather than issuing guiding remarks to the public. He also criticized opposition Members of Parliament for a perceived lack of maturity.
In a sharp escalation, Pol. Col. Kob targeted the legal activist group iLaw, questioning their legal standing and warning that their actions could cause public disruption and potentially lead to criminal charges under Article 116 of the Thai Criminal Code.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
Source: Khaosod Politics
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