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The Star
08-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Ramli sworn in as the ninth governor of Penang
GEORGE TOWN: Tun Ramli Ngah Talib took his oath of office as the ninth Yang di-Pertua Negri Pulau Pinang during the swearing-in ceremony at Dewan Sri Pinang here. Ramli, 84, succeeded Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak, who had served as the eighth Penang governor since 2021. The new governor took his oath yesterday, witnessed by Penang High Court judge Datuk Rozana Ali Yusoff and State Secretary Datuk Zulkifli Long. Ramli arrived at Dewan Sri Pinang at 8.30am yesterday, accompanied by his wife, Toh Puan Raja Noora Ashikin Raja Abdullah. He then inspected the guard of honour mounted by the Second Battalion of the Malay Regiment, comprising three officers and 103 soldiers led by Mejar Mohd Salleh Jamal, before entering the ceremonial hall to take his oath of office and to sign the official document, accompanied by a 17-gun salute. Ramli was also conferred the state award Darjah Utama Pangkuan Negeri (DUPN), which carries the title of Datuk Seri Utama, presented by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Also present at the swearing-in ceremony were Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid, Deputy Chief Minister II Jagdeep Singh Deo and other dignitaries. In his congratulations and loyalty speech, Chow described Ramli's appointment as a great honour for Penangites. 'He has an outstanding record of service, including having led the state of Perak Darul Ridzuan as Mentri Besar for nearly 17 years and contributing his dedicated service at the federal level as the Dewan Rakyat Speaker for more than three years,' he said. Royal appointment: Ramli and his wife Raja Noora Ashikin at the swearing-in ceremony in Penang. — Bernama Chow said Ramli's character and leadership reflect the stature of a true statesman and a distinguished and respected figure in the annals of the nation's governance. He said he is confident that under Ramli's leadership, Penang will continue to shine and be guided by new inspiration and spirit towards a more glorious, prosperous and harmonious future. Ramli received his letter of appointment from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, in a ceremony at Istana Negara on April 24. At the ceremony, he was also conferred the award of Seri Maharaja Mangku Negara (SMN), which carries the title of Tun. Ramli will serve as the Penang Governor for a term of four years, until April 30, 2029. Born on March 16, 1941, in Pasir Salak, Perak, he was also the Deputy Transport Minister from 2000 to 2004.
The Sun
07-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Wife of Penang Yang Dipertua Negeri conferred DUPN award
GEORGE TOWN: Toh Puan Raja Noora Ashikin Raja Abdullah, wife of Penang Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Ramli Ngah Talib, was conferred the state award Darjah Utama Pangkuan Negeri (DUPN) in conjunction with his 84th birthday celebration today. The DUPN, the state's highest award, carries the title Datuk Seri Utama. The investiture ceremony was witnessed by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow and his wife, Tan Lean Kee. Also present were Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid and his wife, state assembly speaker Datuk Seri Law Choo Kiang and his wife, Penang mufti Assoc Prof Dr Mohd Sukki Othman and the state leadership. Born on Feb 4, 1948, and raised in Ipoh, Perak, Raja Noora Ashikin married Ramli in 1973. The couple is blessed with four children and seven grandchildren. Introduced in 1967, the DUPN is awarded to individuals who have rendered exceptionally distinguished service to the state of Penang.
Malay Mail
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Ramli Ngah Talib sworn in as the ninth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang
GEORGE TOWN, May 1 — Tun Ramli Ngah Talib was today sworn in as the ninth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang in a full ceremonial event at Dewan Sri Pinang here, taking over from Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak. Ramli, 84, took his oath of office and signed the official document, witnessed by Penang High Court Judge Datuk Rozana Ali Yusoff and State Secretary Datuk Zulkifli Long, accompanied by a 17-gun salute. He was also conferred the state award Darjah Utama Pangkuan Negeri (DUPN), which carries the title Datuk Seri Utama, presented by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow during the ceremony. Earlier, Ramli inspected a guard of honour mounted by the Second Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment, consisting of three officers and 103 personnel, led by Major Mohd Solleh Jamal. Meanwhile, in delivering a congratulatory and loyalty message to the new Governor, Chow described Ramli's appointment as a great honour for the people of the state. He said Ramli's character and leadership reflect the stature of a true statesman and a highly respected figure in the nation's history. 'I am confident that under Tun's leadership and wisdom, Penang will continue to shine, guided by fresh inspiration and spirit towards a brighter, prosperous and harmonious future. 'Together with members of the state executive council, state assemblymen, members of Parliament, leaders at all levels and the people of Penang, we reaffirm our unwavering loyalty to Tun's leadership,' he said. On April 24, Ramli received his letter of appointment as the ninth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang, effective May 1, 2025, from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, in a ceremony at Istana Negara. At the same ceremony, he was also conferred the federal award of Seri Maharaja Mangku Negara (SMN), which carries the title Tun. He succeeds Ahmad Fuzi, 76, who had held the position since May 1, 2021, and was the fourth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang who was not originally from the state. Ramli previously held several key positions at both federal and state levels, including serving as the eighth Menteri Besar of Perak for 17 years from 1982 to 1999, Deputy Minister of Transport from 2000 to 2004, and Dewan Rakyat speaker from 2004 to 2008. — Bernama
The Sun
01-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Ramli Ngah Talib sworn in as ninth Penang governor
GEORGE TOWN: Tun Ramli Ngah Talib was today sworn in as the ninth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang in a full ceremonial event at Dewan Sri Pinang here, taking over from Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak. Ramli, 84, took his oath of office and signed the official document, witnessed by Penang High Court Judge Datuk Rozana Ali Yusoff and State Secretary Datuk Zulkifli Long, accompanied by a 17-gun salute. He was also conferred the state award Darjah Utama Pangkuan Negeri (DUPN), which carries the title Datuk Seri Utama, presented by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow during the ceremony. Earlier, Ramli inspected a guard of honour mounted by the Second Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment, consisting of three officers and 103 personnel, led by Major Mohd Solleh Jamal. Meanwhile, in delivering a congratulatory and loyalty message to the new Governor, Chow described Ramli's appointment as a great honour for the people of the state. He said Ramli's character and leadership reflect the stature of a true statesman and a highly respected figure in the nation's history. 'I am confident that under Tun's leadership and wisdom, Penang will continue to shine, guided by fresh inspiration and spirit towards a brighter, prosperous and harmonious future. 'Together with members of the state executive council, state assemblymen, members of Parliament, leaders at all levels and the people of Penang, we reaffirm our unwavering loyalty to Tun's leadership,' he said. On April 24, Ramli received his letter of appointment as the ninth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang, effective May 1, 2025, from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, in a ceremony at Istana Negara. At the same ceremony, he was also conferred the federal award of Seri Maharaja Mangku Negara (SMN), which carries the title Tun. He succeeds Ahmad Fuzi, 76, who had held the position since May 1, 2021, and was the fourth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang who was not originally from the state. Ramli previously held several key positions at both federal and state levels, including serving as the eighth Menteri Besar of Perak for 17 years from 1982 to 1999, Deputy Minister of Transport from 2000 to 2004, and Dewan Rakyat speaker from 2004 to 2008.
