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Focus Malaysia
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Focus Malaysia
Recounting the day Malaysians stopped Najib from jetting off to Jakarta: A sweet victory for the rakyat
ON the morning of May 12, 2018, something truly historic happened at Subang Airport. Just days after losing the 14th General Election (GE14) in a crushing landslide loss, the disgraced ex-premier Datuk Seri Najib Razak and his family appeared to be trying to escape the country on a private jet to Jakarta. But ordinary Malaysians, rightfully furious over their years of corruption and scandals, went to the airport to stop them. They were everyday citizens, not politicians or VIPs. They were teachers, shopkeepers, youth and parents from all races and all walks of life. Tired of seeing UMNO steal taxpayers' money while the people struggled, they stood in front of the airport gates and physically blocked cars from entering. Within hours, the Immigration Department swiftly banned Najib and Rosmah from flying out. Their flight was cancelled. The rakyat had won. Later, Najib was finally arrested. This moment was more than just a protest. It was a message to the world: Malaysians care about justice. It showed that when people come together, they can stop even the dirtiest criminals from avoiding accountability. Emulating a similar feat Now, in 2025, Malaysia faces new problems. Life is more expensive. Unemployed youth are frustrated. The criminal Najib and his family, especially his whinging daughter, are trying to rewrite Malaysian history. UMNO puppets like UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh and others are still trying to divide the country. Other Asian nations are quickly out-smarting and out-competing Malaysia. So-called leaders are no longer even pretending to solve problems. But we must remember the airport lesson from 2018: the people have power. Stopping Najib's flight was not just about one thief. It was about protecting Malaysia's future. It showed that democracy is not just about voting. It is also about speaking up, standing firm and uniting together as one people to do what is right. Today, we must carry that same cooperative spirit. If we see corruption, then we must speak out. If we see injustice, then we must act. The work of building a better nation never ends. It needs everyone, every day. What happened at Subang Airport was a tremendously proud moment for Malaysia. It was a peaceful but powerful action. In the words of one senior judge, the people said, 'You are a national embarrassment'. And they made Najib finally face justice. No matter what setbacks Malaysians have experienced since then, no Malaysian should ever forget that triumphant day when the rakyat united to stop a weak but corrupt tyrant. Let that remind us: The Malaysian government belongs to Malaysians – not the other way around. – Aug 11, 2025 Corruption Watch is a reader of Focus Malaysia. The views expressed are solely of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Focus Malaysia. Main image credit: Malay Mail
New Straits Times
26-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Najib 'arrives' at Dataran Merdeka: Rallygoers spotted carrying ex-PM's portrait
KUALA LUMPUR: Some rally-goers at Dataran Merdeka were seen carrying something unusual: portraits of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak. According to China Press, the participants' actions caught the attention of others attending the Pas-led rally. One participant even climbed onto a lorry to give a speech in open support of the imprisoned former Barisan Nasional chief, praising his administration's achievements. Opposition leaders are now taking turns to address the crowd. The rally is expected to end after 5.15pm.
New Straits Times
16-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
AGC appeals High Court decision in Isham Jalil contempt case
KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has filed an appeal against the High Court's decision to dismiss committal proceedings against former Umno information chief Isham Jalil. Isham's lawyer Jamie Wong confirmed the matter when contacted today. "We received the notice of appeal dated July 15 via email," she said in a WhatsApp message. Judge K. Muniandy, in his decision, said Isham's statements criticising Datuk Seri Najib Razak's corruption trials involving 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) did not undermine public confidence in the judiciary. The court ruled that the alleged contempt did not have a direct bearing on the specific courts in which the 1MDB and SRC International Bhd cases were heard and decided. Muniandy said the object of the law of contempt was not to protect judges and their dignity, but to safeguard the public's rights by ensuring that the administration of justice is not obstructed. He said the judgments in the corruption cases involving 1MDB and SRC International were clearly based on facts and the law, rather than on emotion or public pressure. The AGC filed the contempt application on Dec 28, 2023, following Isham's remarks in an interview titled "Townhall for Justice: Keadilan Sebenarnya Untuk Siapa?" (Justice: Who Is It Really For?). In his remarks, Isham had criticised the corruption trial and appeal involving his former boss, Datuk Seri Najib Razak, in relation to the 1MDB and SRC International Sdn Bhd cases. The recorded interview, which discussed the trial and appeal proceedings in the SRC and 1MDB cases, was posted on the Facebook page of the Malaya Post on Sept 30, 2023.
The Star
13-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Umno Youth calls for immediate enforcement of 'royal addendum' on Najib's house arrest
PETALING JAYA: Umno Youth is calling for the immediate enforcement of the royal addendum decree allowing former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest. This comes following the Attorney General's confirmation that the decree exists. In a media statement on Sunday (July 13), Umno Youth said the confirmation that the decree exists was shocking, particularly after public denials and controversy surrounding it. "Umno Youth welcomes this and believes that since the royal addendum has been confirmed, it must be implemented immediately without further delay," read the statement on Sunday (July 13). It said continued refusal to execute the decree would amount to an affront to the monarchy. Umno Youth also criticised Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng for questioning the house arrest proposal for Najib, saying the matter is not a political request but one supported by legal and constitutional procedures. "This is not just a proposal by Umno. It is grounded in the addendum that the Attorney General has acknowledged exists. "It was made through legal and constitutional channels, not out of political motivation or arbitrarily," the statement said. Najib is currently serving a six-year jail sentence in connection with the SRC International Sdn Bhd case, following the Federal Court's dismissal of his appeal and review application. In February 2024, the Pardons Board reduced his initial 12-year jail sentence and fine of RM210mil to six years and RM50mil.
Sinar Daily
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Sinar Daily
Royal addendum decree valid, Umno seeks house arrest for Najib to be enforced
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the confirmation reaffirmed the royal decree for former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to be placed under house arrest. Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak - BERNAMA FILE PIX SHAH ALAM – Umno expresses gratitude to Allah SWT following the confirmation of the existence of the royal addendum decree by the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC). Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the confirmation reaffirmed the royal decree for former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to be placed under house arrest. 'Umno humbly seeks the pardon and grace of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, asking that the house arrest decree be carried out in accordance with the absolute powers of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong under Article 42(1) of the Federal Constitution. 'I appeal to the benevolence of His Majesty to grant Najib leniency, which has been delayed for more than a year,' he said in a statement on Friday. On Wednesday, the AGC informed the Federal Court that it did not dispute the existence of the royal decree, which allows Najib to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest. Senior Federal Counsel Shamsul Bolhassan said the AGC only questioned the procedure for submitting the decree as new evidence in the judicial review application at the High Court.
