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Focus Malaysia
2 days ago
- General
- Focus Malaysia
Asnaf lady complains about social support: Netizens think the problem was her many babies
WHILE charity to the poor is often seen as a heartwarming act, the result is not always so. Recently a lady from the Asnaf community went viral for complaining about the lack of efficiency in the Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (MAIWP) system in helping the poor. According to her in a lengthy video, the system was either slow at responding or gave the wrong items, such as pampers for the babies. A good number of netizens, however, pointed out her ungratefulness as well as her attitude, which appears to be condescending. Harap pihak MAIWP ambil maklum la apa yang akak ni komplen dan lepas ni bagi sekali ubat perancang dekat dia. Dah bagi betis, nak paha. Cara cakap tu macam tak bersyukur bantuan orang bagi. Sendiri buat anak, MAIWP pulak nak kena tanggung pampers and susu. DEMAND pulak tu — ALAN KENA SABAR (@IniAlalalannn) June 7, 2025 'It is tough being a good person. People have offered help but she is not grateful but complains instead,' said netizen @eightletternad. However, a hard-hitting @AmirulA1253 pointed out that there is a fine line between kindness and stupidity. Perhaps it is carefully worded insult towards those do-gooders who may make matters worse when trying to help out. Then there was @10pelukan who comically said, 'When having sex, did she invite the MAIWP officer?' Several others have since mocked her for having too many babies, take for example, @tolakrasuah suggesting that MAIWP give her condoms instead. Note that MAIWP has a responsibility to distribute zakat, which in accordance to Islam, is a compulsory form of charitable giving in Islam, considered one of the five pillars of the faith. But the lady has her supporters too. 'What right do you have to insult her for having children? The children are also the provision of Allah SWT. She did not speak for herself but for the Asnaf group. Asnaf are the parties that are eligible to receive Zakat assistance collected from Muslims,' said @YuraDaisy9. Also, @anwarrahindi said people, no matter which category they are from, have the right to speak up. 'If they keep quiet, there will be no improvement,' he continued. Another netizen said it was appropriate that matters should be made easy for the Asnaf community. However the lady may have been a little rough when speaking. Netizen @Bluee5626747921 further pointed out that children are indeed given by god, but parents must never forget that they too have a responsibility towards their children. —June 8, 2025 Main image: @IniAlalalannn
The Sun
7 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Royal tour reflects concern of the royal institution for the people - Mohd Na'im
PUTRAJAYA: The intention by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, to embark on a 'Kembara Diraja' (Royal Tour) across the federal territories to meet the people and distribute zakat (tithe) reflects the love and concern of the Royal Institution for the people, especially the poor, needy and vulnerable. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said this was conveyed by Sultan Ibrahim in his Royal Address at an investiture ceremony in conjunction with His Majesty's official birthday celebration at Istana Negara yesterday. He expressed his gratitude for the message and pledged his full commitment to supporting and realising His Majesty's noble wishes. 'The Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP) will work closely with the Prime Minister's Department and relevant agencies, including local authorities, to implement this special programme in phases,' Mohd Na'im said in a post on his official Facebook page today. He said the main objective of the Royal Tour initiative is to personally deliver zakat to the poor and needy, assess the actual needs of the people through a grassroots and people-friendly approach, enhance the effectiveness of the zakat distribution system, and strengthen the bond between the Royal Institution and the rakyat. 'Indeed, the concern and compassion shown by His Majesty serve as a meaningful source of inspiration to all leaders and agencies, for them to uphold the values of compassion, social justice and the culture of giving in our society. 'Daulat Tuanku, May Allah SWT bless His Majesty's reign, grant strength and wisdom for His Majesty to lead the nation and its people,' he said.
The Sun
7 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Royal tour reflects concern of the royal institution for the people
PUTRAJAYA: The intention by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, to embark on a 'Kembara Diraja' (Royal Tour) across the federal territories to meet the people and distribute zakat (tithe) reflects the love and concern of the Royal Institution for the people, especially the poor, needy and vulnerable. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said this was conveyed by Sultan Ibrahim in his Royal Address at an investiture ceremony in conjunction with His Majesty's official birthday celebration at Istana Negara yesterday. He expressed his gratitude for the message and pledged his full commitment to supporting and realising His Majesty's noble wishes. 'The Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP) will work closely with the Prime Minister's Department and relevant agencies, including local authorities, to implement this special programme in phases,' Mohd Na'im said in a post on his official Facebook page today. He said the main objective of the Royal Tour initiative is to personally deliver zakat to the poor and needy, assess the actual needs of the people through a grassroots and people-friendly approach, enhance the effectiveness of the zakat distribution system, and strengthen the bond between the Royal Institution and the rakyat. 'Indeed, the concern and compassion shown by His Majesty serve as a meaningful source of inspiration to all leaders and agencies, for them to uphold the values of compassion, social justice and the culture of giving in our society. 'Daulat Tuanku, May Allah SWT bless His Majesty's reign, grant strength and wisdom for His Majesty to lead the nation and its people,' he said.
The Sun
30-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
'Mualaf' have never been marginalised - Mohd Na'im
KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar has stressed that new Muslim converts, or 'mualaf', in the country have never been marginalised. He said this was evident from the continuous efforts by the government and religious agencies to assist them in starting their new lives, including through zakat aid. Citing the Federal Territory Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP) as an example, Mohd Na'im said the religious agency provided 38 zakat aid schemes covering welfare, housing, economic, and medical clusters. 'According to MAIWP's zakat distribution data as of May 2025, MAIWP has registered 1,098 mualaf compared to only 968 mualaf in 2024 in the Federal Territories. For 2025, the total distribution for the asnaf mualaf (eligible new convert zakat recipients) category is RM9.3 million,' he said in a Facebook post on Friday (May 30). He added that religious agencies were always prepared to engage with and assist mualaf and other asnaf groups facing difficulties, assuring that they would not be left to face life's challenges alone. In this regard, Mohd Na'im urged all new converts to deal directly with zakat counters, religious offices, or official institutions. 'Finally, I call upon zakat agencies, mosques, and religious officials to always be prepared and attentive to the needs of mualaf. We must ensure they are always well-cared for, not left to face their new lives alone,' he said.
The Sun
30-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Mualaf not marginalised, says Religious Affairs Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar has stressed that new Muslim converts, or 'mualaf', in the country have never been marginalised. He said this was evident from the continuous efforts by the government and religious agencies to assist them in starting their new lives, including through zakat aid. Citing the Federal Territory Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP) as an example, Mohd Na'im said the religious agency provided 38 zakat aid schemes covering welfare, housing, economic, and medical clusters. 'According to MAIWP's zakat distribution data as of May 2025, MAIWP has registered 1,098 mualaf compared to only 968 mualaf in 2024 in the Federal Territories. For 2025, the total distribution for the asnaf mualaf (eligible new convert zakat recipients) category is RM9.3 million,' he said in a Facebook post on Friday (May 30). He added that religious agencies were always prepared to engage with and assist mualaf and other asnaf groups facing difficulties, assuring that they would not be left to face life's challenges alone. In this regard, Mohd Na'im urged all new converts to deal directly with zakat counters, religious offices, or official institutions. 'Finally, I call upon zakat agencies, mosques, and religious officials to always be prepared and attentive to the needs of mualaf. We must ensure they are always well-cared for, not left to face their new lives alone,' he said.
