Algerian businessman Ali Haddad placed in custody

The businessman is considered to be from Bouteflika's inner circle. (AFP/File)

DUBAI: Algerian businessman Ali Haddad, a backer of President Abdelaziz Bouteflika who resigned on Tuesday, is facing corruption charges and has been placed in custody, Ennahar TV reported on Wednesday.

Earlier this week, Algerian authorities seized the passports of a dozen businessmen under investigation over corruption allegations.