Former AIG Director Luis Oliva Has Been Arrested Again
In August 2025, Oliva was arrested along with Budy Atie as part of an investigation into alleged irregularities in the management of the Listo Wallet platform.
A Panamanian judge ordered provisional detention for former Authority for Government Innovation (AIG) director Luis Oliva on May 31, 2026. The Panamá América Judicial reported that the measure was requested by the Anti-Corruption Prosecution due to an ongoing investigation into alleged unjustified enrichment.
Arrest Details
Oliva, who led the AIG during the Laurentino Cortizo administration, was initially apprehended by the National Police in a beach area in Coclé province. At the time of his arrest, he was already facing separate court-ordered measures—including travel restrictions and periodic reporting—related to a previous investigation concerning irregularities in the “LISTO” digital platform used for social programs.
Related Investigations
Aside from the unjustified enrichment probe, the former official has been connected to past Newsroom Panamá reports outlining investigations by the Public Ministry for alleged association to commit a crime, corruption of public servants, and embezzlement.
