Andriy Yermak's Asset Declaration Scrutinized
The National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NAZK) has concluded its review of the asset declaration filed by Andriy Yermak, the former Head of the President's Office. The examination, which ran from February 3 to May 16, 2025, identified inaccuracies in the submitted information but found no evidence of illicit enrichment or the deliberate submission of false data. Such declarations are a key anti-corruption requirement for Ukrainian officials, intended to ensure transparency and prevent abuse of office.
NAZK initiated the review on February 3, 2025, notifying Yermak via his personal account in the declarations registry, a notification marked as read on the same day. During the process, the agency received a request from a state body to restrict access to certain information for security reasons. NAZK also coordinated with law enforcement agencies, including the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), the Prosecutor General's Office, and the National Police.
Findings and Subsequent Developments
The review was finalized on May 16, 2025. NAZK reported that while inaccuracies were found in the declared details, the probe uncovered no signs of illegal enrichment, false information, or unjustified assets.
'NAZK has not received any materials from law enforcement agencies that could serve as grounds for conducting a new full verification.' — NAZK
A summary of the verification was not published on the NAZK website due to the access restrictions outlined in the state body's letter.
Following the review's conclusion, Andriy Yermak was dismissed from his role as Head of the President's Office on November 28, 2025. It is notable that prior to this, Yermak had not practiced law since February 20, 2020, ending a legal career that spanned nearly 25 years.
Anastasia Radina, Head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Anti-Corruption Policy, has raised concerns about the timing of the information's release. She stated that at a recent event, NAZK explained that the full details of the Yermak declaration review only became public in January 2026 because it was allegedly done at the request of an 'authorized body,' likely the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).
Concurrently, the National Bar Association of Ukraine has established four new permanent advisory bodies, one of which is headed by Andriy Yermak, indicating his continued professional engagement in the legal field.
This case underscores the critical importance of transparency in the verification of officials' declarations and raises questions about the efficiency and openness of NAZK's operations. The delayed public disclosure of the results may fuel public skepticism regarding the effectiveness of anti-corruption bodies. Meanwhile, Yermak's ongoing professional activity in law demonstrates his intent to remain active in his field despite the political changes.
Following his dismissal, Andriy Yermak has taken on a new role, leading a committee within the National Association of Lawyers. This transition marks a significant shift in his career after the scrutiny of his asset declaration. To learn more about Yermak's current position and the implications it may have, read our detailed coverage on his new responsibilities.