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Malaysian Reserve
21-07-2025
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
JAIS denies approving controversial marriage motivation programme in 2022
THE Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) has denied granting approval to the organiser of a marriage motivation programme that allegedly featured immoral content in another programme three years ago. Its director, Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad (picture) said on Nov 15, 2022, a Clarification Panel appointed by JAIS had obtained an explanation from the organiser following complaints from participants alleging that there were activities that violated Islamic teachings. He said during the clarification session, the panel was presented with a video used by the organiser, which included a 'self-pleasure' technique for women, allegedly to strengthen marital intimacy. Following this, the panel recommended that several aspects and approaches in the programme be revised or removed if they conflicted with Islamic law. The company was also advised to consult religious authorities or experts to ensure full compliance with Islamic law throughout its programmes. 'The organiser was also instructed to include a disclaimer stating that the video (which the panel had instructed to be revised) was intended for use by married couples only,' he said. 'This advice was given to the organiser as a preventive measure against the inclusion of any content that contravenes Islamic law,' he said in a statement today. Mohd Shahzihan clarified that the disclaimer suggested by the panel did not imply that the programme's entire content or modules had been approved, as the company never submitted the complete module to JAIS following the panel's recommendations to this day. 'JAIS is confident that had the company adhered to the recommendations made by the panel in 2022, the alleged incident during the programme held at the IDCC Shah Alam (Ideal Convention Centre Shah Alam) would not have occurred,' he said. In line with the decision of the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (MAIS), he said JAIS has been tasked with reviewing and improving the Guidelines for Organising Islamic Religious and Spiritual Programmes by considering various incidents, including this case, that have drawn public criticism. The revised guidelines aim to provide a more comprehensive reference for organisers wishing to hold programmes with spiritual or religious elements in Selangor. 'JAIS urges the Muslim community in Selangor to continue playing an active role by providing information and reporting any religious or spiritual programmes with suspicious content to the department. 'Accurate information from the public is crucial to help JAIS safeguard the principles and implementation of authentic Islamic teachings in line with the understanding of Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah in Selangor,' he added. Previously, the company in question issued a statement claiming that its 2022 programme had received JAIS' approval after submitting clarifications to the state's religious authority. On July 12, Mohd Shahzihan confirmed in a statement that JAIS had summoned the organiser of the marriage motivation programme in 2022 following a complaint from a former participant, who alleged that the module used in the programme was inappropriate and unsuitable. — BERNAMA
The Sun
21-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
JAIS denies approving controversial marriage programme in Selangor
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) has refuted claims that it approved a marriage motivation programme in 2022 after complaints emerged about inappropriate content. JAIS director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad stated that while a clarification panel reviewed the programme, full approval was never granted. In November 2022, JAIS formed a panel to investigate complaints from participants who alleged that certain activities violated Islamic teachings. The panel reviewed a video used in the programme, which included a controversial technique for women aimed at strengthening marital intimacy. The panel recommended revisions to ensure compliance with Islamic law and advised the organiser to consult religious authorities. A disclaimer was also suggested, clarifying that the video was only for married couples. However, Mohd Shahzihan stressed that this did not mean JAIS endorsed the entire programme. 'The organiser never submitted the revised module for final approval,' he said. 'Had they followed our recommendations, the recent incident at IDCC Shah Alam might have been avoided.' JAIS is now working with the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (MAIS) to update guidelines for religious and spiritual programmes. The revised rules aim to prevent future controversies by providing clearer standards for organisers. Mohd Shahzihan urged the public to report suspicious programmes to JAIS, emphasising the importance of community involvement in upholding Islamic teachings. Earlier, the organiser claimed its 2022 programme had JAIS approval after submitting clarifications. However, JAIS maintains that only partial adjustments were reviewed, not full endorsement. – Bernama
The Sun
19-07-2025
- The Sun
‘Organiser failed to comply with syariah-related conditions'
PETALING JAYA: Spiritual intimacy and marital programme organiser eHati International Sdn Bhd had failed to fully comply with the syariah -related conditions issued during a previous clarification session in 2022, said Selangor Islamic Religious Department director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad. He said in a statement yesterday that the department had denied giving formal approval for the eHati programme. 'A clarification panel appointed by the department obtained an explanation from the organisers of the eHati programme following a complaint received from a participant. 'The complainant at the time alleged that activities contradicting syariah law had taken place during the programme.' The organisers were shown to have used a video demonstrating female 'self-pleasure' as a method to strengthen marital intimacy. The panel advised that such content must be removed, and any future programmes must strictly comply with syariah principles. The department also recommended that a disclaimer be included stating that the video content was meant solely for married couples. It emphasised that these recommendations did not constitute blanket approval for the entire programme. The department said the organisers failed to resubmit the complete programme module for review after the panel's guidance, effectively bypassing the vetting process. 'Had the organisers complied with the conditions set in 2022, the recent incident alleged to have occurred during the eHati programme at IDCC Shah Alam would not have happened.' The director also said the Selangor Islamic Religious Council is currently revising its guidelines on religious and spiritual programmes to ensure stricter compliance and clarity moving forward. Meanwhile, police have also launched an inquiry paper to identify any possible criminal offences under the Penal Code related to the programme. On July 13, Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said statements would be taken to verify allegations, including claims that certain types of water used during the session caused hallucinations. The programme's founders Diyana Tahir and Rahim Shukor have been remanded for three days for investigation, along with four others who attended the eHati Love Intensive event, and allegedly removed their clothes during the session.
Malaysiakini
16-07-2025
- Malaysiakini
Cops confirm nudity at controversial motivational programme
The police confirmed that nude activities were carried out during a controversial motivational programme held at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the nude activity was called 'rebirth' and was part of a package from the programme, known as Package B, that cost RM9,000. 'At the event, there were...
Rakyat Post
16-07-2025
- Rakyat Post
Police Confirm There Was Nudity At eHati Marriage Motivational Programme
Subscribe to our FREE A marriage motivational programme called eHati has been at the center of controversy after it faced allegations of inappropriate activities at an event it hosted last year. Amidst an ongoing investigation, police have confirmed today (16 July) that the programme did indeed feature an activity involving nudity, Free Malaysia Today According to Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan, the activities involving nudity occurred on the last day of the event, which ran from 27 to 30 September, 2024, during the 'Queens Night' portion. READ MORE: The programme's founders were arrested by police Following the allegations, police arrested eHati founders Diyana Tahir and her husband Rahim Shukor yesterday (15 July) under Sections 294 and 509 of the Penal Code pertaining to obscene acts or words in public and insults to modesty respectively. Their arrest was also made under Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955 (Act 336) which pertains to insulting behaviour. The duo's home was also raided by the police after they had given their statements at police headquarters. Diyana and Rahim issued a joint statement denying the allegations In a statement published on Facebook on 15 July, the eHati founders said their programmes are safe spaces for women and denied deviant teachings and alleged 'spiked drinks' at their event in Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam last year. They explained that they are certified practitioners in hypnotherapy, and that all of their company programmes follow the ethical standards of local values and cultures. According to their website, eHati's programme modules include sessions on breathwork, Trauma Release Exercise, and hypnotherapy to help participants achieve inner and mental calmness. READ MORE: The controversy was sparked by a Facebook user An individual Masyitah Ashari shared on Facebook about eHati's programme at IDCC last year conducting lewd activities including a female speaker stripping off her bikini and dancing with members of the programme, which led to other participants also stripping down and joining the dance. She also claimed there was a drink called 'Piya' being given to participants, which was allegedly spiked with a hallucinogenic substance to discard inhibitions. Masyitah has been actively criticising eHati and its programmes on Facebook, calling them out for conducting lewd activities and deviant practices that go against the teachings of Islam. Her viral post which landed eHati in trouble has since been deleted for unknown reasons. Image: Facebook | Masyitah Ashari Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
