The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office have announced charges against Andriy Yermak, the former head of the President’s Office.
According to the authorities, Yermak was part of an organized group that allegedly laundered 460 million hryvnias through luxury construction projects near Kyiv. The construction took place in Kozyn, within the ‘Dynasty’ cottage community, where the homes were intended for personal use by group members, each valued at approximately $2 million.
NABU claims that Yermak became involved in this money-laundering scheme during the summer of 2020. Earlier reports from the ‘Schemes’ project by Radio Free Europe and ‘Ukrainska Pravda’ indicated that NABU had been conducting investigative actions involving Yermak, citing sources within law enforcement.
However, as of now, there are no confirmed reports regarding the specifics of the charges against Yermak. Investigative activities are currently underway near the Sports Palace in Kyiv.
In a related development, on November 28, 2025, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Yermak’s resignation from his position. This followed NABU’s search of Yermak’s residence as part of Operation ‘Midas,’ which investigates embezzlement within Energoatom.
On January 2, 2026, Zelensky appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense, as Yermak’s successor. Budanov accepted the role, stating his commitment to continue serving Ukraine.
Andriy Yermak, the former head of Ukraine's Presidential Office, has been charged with involvement in a significant money-laundering scheme linked to luxury construction projects. The investigation is ongoing, with Yermak's resignation and subsequent appointment of a new office head marking significant political developments.