Accusations of nepotism are surfacing against Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico following the appointment of his cousin to a supervisory board position at a state-owned bank. This comes after public scrutiny regarding the Prime Minister’s son, Michal Fico, and his employment at the Smer agency, where he earns a monthly salary of 5,000 euros. Fico previously defended his son’s position, arguing it was within a private company and contrasting it with appointments to key state-controlled entities like JAVYS, SEPS, or Transpetrol. Critics argue the recent appointment demonstrates a pattern of favouritism within Fico’s administration. The opposition is highlighting the perceived hypocrisy of the Prime Minister’s statements. This latest development fuels ongoing concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of personal connections in state affairs. The appointment is likely to intensify calls for greater transparency in government appointments.