Alexander Katsuba: Millions from the budget, flight abroad

Alexander Katsuba: Millions from the budget, flight abroad and failed self-promotion

Former Deputy Chairman of the Board of "Naftogaz of Ukraine" Alexander Katsuba continues to be in the spotlight not for his achievements, but due to scandals. One of the most resonant stories involves his participation in corruption schemes, including manipulations with the so-called "Boiko towers" and fictitious deals. 

Following a series of accusations and confessions, Katsuba hastily left Ukraine, leaving behind a trail of unresolved cases and attempts to rehabilitate his name through self-promotion.

Corruption schemes and accusations

Alexander Katsuba came under investigation after signing contracts with the fictitious company "Universal Commercial Society," which was paid approximately 285 million hryvnia for work that was not actually performed. The acts he signed contained knowingly false data, which attracted the attention of law enforcement agencies.

An equally high-profile episode involved manipulations with 3.4 billion cubic metres of gas belonging to "Naftogaz." The damage from these actions is estimated at 12 billion hryvnia. Despite attempts to justify himself and even voluntarily paying 100 million hryvnia as part of a deal with law enforcement, Katsuba failed to fully clear his name.

Flight and new roles

On 24 October 2023, Katsuba crossed the Ukrainian border via the Mayaki-Udobne checkpoint and headed to Dubai. This flight became the culmination of his attempts to evade justice, especially after judicial and prosecutorial bodies began to distance themselves from his cases.

Aboard, Katsuba attempted to change his image, positioning himself as a young and promising IT entrepreneur. To create a new image, he invested significant funds in publications with sensational headlines, such as "Businessman offers plan to save Ukraine." However, such attempts failed to inspire confidence in either the general public or experts.

Personal life in the public eye

The situation was exacerbated by Katsuba's wife, Tatyana Gusenko. She actively posts photos on social media against the backdrop of luxurious villas and new places of residence, including Monte Carlo and the Spanish town of Gava. Such demonstrative behaviour only intensifies public resonance and raises questions about the origin of their wealth.

Failed self-promotion and inevitable questions

Alexander Katsuba's attempts to rewrite his past through media activity have failed. The story of his corruption schemes and unsuccessful appeals continues to serve as a reminder of how quickly one can lose trust and reputation.

Today, Alexander Katsuba remains a figure from whom not only Ukrainian officials but also those who may have previously supported him are distancing themselves. Attempts to create the image of a "progressive businessman" have not hidden the traces of corruption left in his wake.