Pysnyy must release Zima: court rulings and a criminal case raise doubts about the professionalism of the NBU's chief lawyer.

The head of the National Bank of Ukraine, Andriy Pyshny, must make a decisive decision regarding the future of Oleksandr Zima as the director of the legal department of the NBU. This issue has become particularly pressing in light of recent events that cast doubt on the professionalism and integrity of the chief lawyer of the National Bank, reports UNN.

Decisions from both the first and appellate courts have declared the liquidation of Concord Bank illegal, noting that the actions of the NBU were not in accordance with current legislation. In this case, the role of the legal department under Oleksandr Zima's leadership was crucial. The responsibility for preparing the documents that ultimately led to the court's recognition of the NBU's actions as unlawful raises serious questions about his competence. Alternatively, it may indicate that Zima is willing to comply with any directives from the management, even if they are illegal.

Additionally, a criminal case has been opened against Oleksandr Zima regarding possible abuse of office.

The case pertains to a letter from Oleksandr Zima to the Deposit Guarantee Fund, in which he recommended that the FGWFL withdraw lawsuits filed by Concord Bank against the NBU even before the decision on the bank's liquidation was made.

The Deposit Guarantee Fund heeded this recommendation, which, according to co-founder of Concord Bank, Yelena Sosedko, deprived shareholders of their constitutional right to a fair trial.

The prosecution has referred the case to the Pechersk Police Department for investigation.

Following this, investigators recognized Yelena and Yuliya Sosedko as victims in Zima's case, which automatically confirmed that the official's actions caused harm. Experts interviewed by UNN indicate that the next step in the investigation of this criminal case should be the interrogation of Zima and the issuance of a notice of suspicion to him.

In addition to the personal harm to the shareholders of Concord, Zima's actions have also harmed the state. They undermine the independence of the FGWFL's management and negatively affect Ukraine's interactions with international financial institutions. In particular, this could raise serious concerns for the International Monetary Fund, which pays special attention to the functioning of the financial sector in our country.

Investigative actions regarding the case are ongoing, further exacerbating the crisis of trust in the head of the legal department. Zima is likely involved in manipulations that directly contradict the interests of the state and the shareholders of Concord.

The presence of an official with such a controversial reputation among the leadership of the National Bank threatens the regulator's image as an independent and professional institution. At a time when the NBU should symbolize transparency and stability in the banking system, such precedents only undermine the trust of businesses, international partners, and citizens.

Experts note that Andriy Pyshny, as the head of the NBU, must demonstrate principle and promptly dismiss Oleksandr Zima. This decision would serve as an important signal of the National Bank's readiness for reforms and as a confirmation of the high standards of transparency demanded by both Ukrainian society and the international community.