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CNA
23-05-2025
- Politics
- CNA
Najib files contempt proceedings against ex-AG over house arrest royal addendum order
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has filed an application to initiate contempt proceedings against a former attorney-general for allegedly failing to reveal a royal addendum order that would allow the jailed leader to serve his remaining sentence under house arrest. In a statement on Friday (May 23), Najib's legal team said it filed the application against Ahmad Terrirudin Salleh, who is now a Federal Court judge, on Wednesday. Najib's lawyers claim it is based on evidence that Terrirudin had knowledge of the purported addendum order issued by former king Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, who is the Pahang ruler, but had chosen to 'mislead the High Court', reported news outlet New Straits Times. According to the lawyers, a copy of the order, dated Jan 29, 2024, was delivered to Najib through his son Mohamad Nizar Najib and its authenticity was confirmed in writing almost a year later, on Jan 4 this year, by the Pahang Royal Council. The document was personally addressed to Terrirudin, who allegedly instructed his officers to dismiss Najib's claims as 'a fishing expedition, speculative and based on hearsay evidence' when the issue was raised. 'As a public officer, the former AG (Attorney-General) owed the court a paramount duty of candour,' said the statement by Najib's lawyers, as quoted by Free Malaysia Today. 'A deliberate failure to do so undermines public confidence in the administration of justice, and indeed an obstruction of justice itself,' it added. Contempt of court refers to acts that hinder the functionality of the judiciary. Legal proceedings can be initiated to sanction such behaviour but prior approval – or leave – from the court is required. Najib's lawyers said the application for leave is a necessary first step in holding Terrirudin accountable by giving him the opportunity to respond to the allegations, The Edge reported. Terrirudin was appointed as a Federal Court judge in November last year and previously evaded queries from reporters on the matter of the royal addendum issued by the former king, Free Malaysia Today reported. Najib's lawyer Shafee Abdullah told the Court of Appeal during a hearing in January that the addendum was sent by the palace to Terrirudin on Jan 29 last year. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed in January this year that the purported addendum order was received by Terrirudin but it was sent back to the Istana Negara or National Palace after current king Sultan Ibrahim was inaugurated. Shafee voiced the intention to initiate contempt proceedings in February, and current Attorney-General Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar wrote to him to reconsider the move, The Edge reported. ROYAL ADDENDUM SAGA STILL ROILING POLITICAL WATERS Najib's fight to serve the remainder of his jail term for corruption related to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal at home has roiled Malaysia's political waters. It has sparked friction in Anwar's unity government, which comprises four coalitions, including the one headed by United Malays National Organisation (UMNO). Najib was the former president of UMNO. Najib began serving his prison term in August 2022 and had his sentence reduced from 12 to six years by the Pardons Board in February last year. The board also reduced his RM210 million (US$49.38 million) fine to RM50 million. Najib claimed that former king Sultan Abdullah had issued an order for him to be under house arrest during a Jan 29, 2024 meeting of the Pardons Board, one day before Sultan Abdullah ended his reign as Malaysia's monarch. In January this year, the Court of Appeal granted Najib leave to initiate judicial review proceedings to serve house arrest. The following month, however, the Malaysian government launched a challenge to the Court of Appeal ruling. UMNO leaders aligned with Najib have called for the current king Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar to grant the jailed politician – who is still facing other 1MDB-related corruption charges in the Malaysian courts – a full pardon. But the unity government's other partners opposed the move, insisting that Najib had received a fair trial. Sultan Abdullah in February had called on all parties to 'stop further discussions' regarding the royal order he had allegedly issued, stressing that the matter was before the courts and called on all parties to respect the 'legal process'. In January, the AGC had also sought a gag order to ban public discussion of Najib's judicial review claim that the royal addendum decree existed.
Malay Mail
10-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Investigation underway as MACC gathers evidence on Pahang durian land encroachment
KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is in the process of obtaining relevant documents for its investigation into the encroachment of land used for durian farming in Raub, Pahang. The MACC Strategic Communications Division said that these documents were required for review and to record witness statements. "The MACC has also identified several individuals involved in cultivating the affected lands," the statement read. Earlier reports indicated that the MACC had compiled a list of individuals believed to be involved in the land encroachment case in Raub. On Thursday, the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, expressed shock after learning that 10,521 hectares (26,000 acres) of land in Raub had been encroached upon over several decades for durian cultivation. Previously, enforcement operations carried out on the durian farms in Raub sparked various reactions, with farmers reportedly dissatisfied after their crops were destroyed. The operation, involving the police and the Pahang State Enforcement Unit (UPNP), was carried out on plantations that had been established without authorisation. — Bernama
The Star
04-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Fire Bill sent for Royal Assent
Honouring firefighters: Sultan Abdullah performing the symbolic opening of the World Firefighters Day 2025 celebration as Tunku Azizah looks on at Padang MBK 1 in Kuantan. Also present on stage are Wan Rosdy, Nga, Aiman Athirah and Nor Hisham. — Bernama KUANTAN: The Fire Services (Amendment) Bill 2025 has been submitted to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, for his consent before sending it for gazette, says Nga Kor Ming. The Housing and Local Government Minister said the Bill was first passed by Parliament on March 5 before Senate approved it on March 23. Nga said it aims to enhance the management and regulatory framework of the Fire and Rescue Department, including the volunteer fire squad and fire cadets. Others include fire safety consultants and consulting firms, competent persons and fire safety contractors, registered training providers and instructors, as well as fire-fighting equipment. 'Once consent has been obtained from His Majesty, the Bill will be sent for gazette and then enforced by the department,' he said in his speech at the World Firefighters Day 2025 celebration at Padang MBK 1 here yesterday, Bernama reported. The celebration was graced by the Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Tengku Ampuan of Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah. Accompanying the royal couple was the Tengku Mahkota of Pahang Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah. The event was also attended by Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu, Pahang Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail and department director-general Datuk Nor Hisham Mohammad. Always doing their best: Members of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department performing a fitness demonstration during the World Firefighters Day 2025 celebration. — Bernama To strengthen fire and rescue services in Pahang, Nga said the ministry and the department are committed to implementing various new infrastructure development projects involving an allocation of RM203.45mil. The projects include the reconstruction and renovation of the Kuantan fire station, upgrading of the Bentong fire station and building the Sungai Lembing and Benta fire stations. 'We will also build the Gohtong Jaya fire station as well as quarters for staff through a smart collaboration with Genting Malaysia Berhad and also the development of the Pulau Tioman fire station,' he added. Meanwhile, Sultan Abdullah expressed gratitude to all members of the Pahang Fire and Rescue Department for their services throughout the past year. 'Without them, the problems we face during the monsoon season and the hot weather may be quite difficult for us to solve,' said the state Ruler. The celebration, themed 'Bomba Tonggak Penyelamatan Negara', was enlivened by a parade from 34 contingents involving 1,500 firefighters, including those from the volunteer fire squad, Kuantan Port, Royal Malaysian Air Force and PETRONAS Petrochemical and Fire Services Response.
