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Accreditation Of Preacher In Sex Video Case Already Withdrawn - Mohd Na'im

Accreditation Of Preacher In Sex Video Case Already Withdrawn - Mohd Na'im

Barnama6 days ago
KUALA KRAI, July 6 (Bernama) -- The accreditation of a freelance preacher alleged to be involved in the circulation of sex videos had already been revoked, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar.
He urged the public to allow the police to carry out their investigation fairly and transparently.
'Based on information received, he was previously granted permission to preach, which has since been withdrawn.
'We must place our trust in the police to carry out a thorough and impartial investigation. It is best to allow the process to take its course to avoid any miscarriage of justice,' he told reporters after officiating the Wacana Dakwah Al-Falah Memacu Ummah MADANI programme at Pondok Sungai Durian here today.
Yesterday, Shah Alam police chief ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim confirmed that an investigation was underway following a police report lodged by the preacher's second wife on June 16. She alleged that he had circulated explicit videos involving her, his first wife, and several other women.
The suspect has since been released on police bail pending completion of investigations under Section 509 of the Penal Code, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act, and Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955.
Mohd Na'im also reminded religious speakers to uphold Islamic principles and use their knowledge to guide the community, not engage in behaviour that undermines the integrity of religious institutions.
'Any preacher found to have acted in a manner that tarnishes the image of religious institutions will have their accreditation revoked by the respective state religious authorities.
'I also encourage the public to verify the credentials of any invited speaker with the State Mufti Department or religious authority to ensure they are truly certified,' he added.
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