Political confrontation in Ukraine's financial sector is intensifying. This time, the epicenter of the storm is Daniil Hetmanets, head of the Verkhovna Rada Tax Committee, and the leadership of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) headed by Andriy Pyshny. The trigger for the sharp polemic is the fate of "Sens Bank" and accusations of corruption.
Allegations of Illegal Business
Daniil Hetmanets has repeatedly publicly criticized the regulator for its actions regarding "Sens Bank." The MP claims that a large-scale corruption scheme operated within the financial structure for years, which, according to him, served the illegal gambling business. Furthermore, the deputy directly links this scheme to the head of the NBU, which became the reason for the creation of a Temporary Investigative Commission in parliament.
NBU Response: Ethics and Law
The National Bank did not stay silent and gave a sharp rebuttal to the accusations. The regulator stated that Hetmanets' claims are groundless and manipulative. The NBU emphasized that they have already responded to all requests from the investigative commission and view the deputy's public outbursts as politically motivated pressure.
Regulator employees reminded that since February 2022, they have processed and responded to all 119 parliamentary inquiries from Hetmanets. In response to the criticism, the NBU advised the deputy: if he has specific information about violations, he should contact law enforcement agencies, not engage in public propaganda.
The regulator placed special emphasis on ethics. In an official statement, they cited Article 8 of the Law "On the Status of a People's Deputy," pointing out the inadmissibility of using a mandate contrary to moral norms and the legitimate interests of the state.
Hetmanets' Position: Independence is Not an Indulgence
In his Telegram channel, Daniil Hetmanets commented on the NBU's reaction. He emphasized that he unconditionally respects the independence of the regulator as an institution but drew a clear line. According to the deputy, the political independence of the institution should not become an indulgence for its leadership in the event of crimes, including money laundering and tax evasion.
The Fate of the Bank and the "Midas" Case
Recall that the government received the President's instruction to sell "Sens Bank" by the end of 2026. The activation of the privatization process occurred against the backdrop of the bank being mentioned in the materials of the high-profile "Midas" case, which added resonance to the scandal.