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Free Malaysia Today
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Man probed over ‘offensive' post on royals, CJ appointment
The suspect having his statement recorded by the MCMC enforcement officer at the Kampung Melayu Subang police station. (MCMC pic) PETALING JAYA : The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is investigating a man for posting an allegedly offensive social media comment on the royal institution involving the recent appointment of the chief justice. MCMC said the man had his statement recorded at the Kampung Melayu Subang police station on July 21. His mobile phone and SIM card were seized to assist in the investigation. The case is being investigated under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for improper use of network facilities, punishable by a maximum RM500,000 fine, up to two years in jail, or both, upon conviction. In a statement, MCMC reminded the public to avoid sharing content that is offensive, seditious or defamatory, particularly those involving the royal institution, as it could threaten public order and national harmony. Last Friday, it said it was investigating another person for allegedly uploading offensive remarks about the judiciary. Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh was appointed chief justice last week, replacing Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, who retired earlier this month. The Yang di-Pertuan Agong also consented to the appointments of Justices Abu Bakar Jais and Azizah Nawawi as Court of Appeal president and chief judge of Sabah and Sarawak, respectively.
Free Malaysia Today
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Anwar brushes aside furore over judicial appointments
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he was repeatedly criticised last week over the issue of judicial appointments when he was merely allowing the constitutional process to proceed. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today brushed aside the recent furore over his alleged interference in the appointment of judges, saying the episode has been conclusively resolved following an official announcement made last week. Commenting on accusations that he was interfering in the appointment of judges, Anwar said these may have stemmed from 'false information' coming out from the judiciary. 'I believe that there have been elements within the judiciary who leaked and spread these false stories. Never mind, that's their problem,' he was quoted as saying by Sinar Harian. However, he played down the matter, saying the controversy had since dissipated. 'Alhamdulillah, no one is saying anything now, though I was repeatedly criticised last week. Now it has all been resolved,' he said. A document allegedly containing excerpts from the Judicial Appointments Commission's (JAC) May meeting minutes went viral earlier this month, suggesting that then chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat had raised concerns about the integrity of a superior court judge. Claims were made that the judge in question had once attempted to influence the outcome of a case in favour of a specific party, and had sought the transfer of a fellow judge for holding a differing view. An aide to the judge filed a police report urging the authorities to investigate how the information was leaked. Police are probing the alleged leak under the Official Secrets Act and two other laws. On June 30, Anwar said there appeared to be a campaign to pressure the government to either extend or end specific tenures, which he warned could politicise institutions meant to remain independent. Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh was named the new chief justice last week, and is expected to take over the post on a permanent basis beginning July 28. Justice Abu Bakar Jais was appointed Court of Appeal president, while Justice Azizah Nawawi was made chief judge of Sabah and Sarawak. Candidate for judicial posts presented much earlier Anwar said he had proposed the appointment of Wan Ahmad Farid as chief justice much earlier, denying rumours of a last-minute change in candidate. He also said he had proposed the appointments of eight Court of Appeal and 14 High Court judges about two months ago. The prime minister said certain parties understood the constitutional process of judicial appointments but chose to twist the facts and mislead others. 'The candidate's name was presented (to the king) earlier, before all the 'noise' surfaced. We were just waiting for the Conference of Rulers to meet on July 15 and July 16. 'Everything was according to the set process. No one can preempt the Agong or the consultations with the Conference of Rulers,' he said. Anwar also cited Article 122B of the constitution, which states that judicial appointments are made by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the advice of the prime minister after consultation with the Conference of Rulers.
Free Malaysia Today
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
MCMC probing individual over online post on chief justice
MCMC said the online post is believed to contain false claims regarding the appointment of the chief justice. PETALING JAYA : The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is investigating an individual for allegedly uploading offensive content about the judiciary. MCMC said the post is believed to contain false claims regarding the appointment of the chief justice. However, it did not provide any details on the claims that were made. In a statement, it said the individual was called in for questioning at the Petaling Jaya district police headquarters at 2.30pm. A mobile phone and SIM card were seized as part of the investigation. MCMC said it views the spread of false and offensive content involving the judiciary seriously, and warned that any misuse of social media in such a manner could erode public trust and disrupt national harmony. It also said firm action will be taken under the law. The case is being investigated under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, relating to the improper use of network facilities or services, and provides for a fine of up to RM500,000, up to two years in prison, or both, upon conviction. Last night, the office of the chief registrar announced that Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh had been appointed the new chief justice, replacing Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, who retired earlier this month. In a statement, the office said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong also consented to the appointments of Abu Bakar Jais as Court of Appeal president, and Azizah Nawawi as chief judge of Sabah and Sarawak. All three will be sworn in and presented with their letters of appointment at Istana Negara on July 28.
Free Malaysia Today
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Wan Ahmad Farid is Malaysia's new chief justice
Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has also been elevated to the Federal Court to allow him to helm the highest office in the judiciary. (Wikipedia pic) PETALING JAYA : Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has been appointed as Malaysia's new chief justice, taking over the post from Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat who retired earlier this month. In a statement, the office of the chief registrar said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong had also consented to Abu Bakar Jais's appointment as president of the Court of Appeal and Azizah Nawawi's appointment as Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak. They will be sworn in and presented their letters of appointment at Istana Negara on July 28. The statement said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong consented to the appointments on the advice of the prime minister and after consultation with the Conference of Rulers, which is in line with Article 122B of the Federal Constitution. Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim is currently serving as acting chief justice following the retirement of Tengku Maimun, while Federal Court judge Zabariah Yusof is acting Court of Appeal president after Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim retired two weeks ago. Wan Ahmad Farid, a Court of Appeal judge, has also been elevated to the Federal Court to allow him to helm the highest office in the judiciary. He was appointed as a judicial commissioner in December 2015 before being elevated to the High Court in 2019 and then the Court of Appeal in November 2024. Wan Ahmad Farid served as the political secretary to former prime minister, the late Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, and was an Umno member. However, he quit politics in 2013. The 62-year-old had also served as a deputy home minister for just over a year, between 2008 and 2009, and was a senator from 2005-2009. In 2009, Wan Ahmad Farid was the Barisan Nasional candidate in the Kuala Terengganu parliamentary by-election but lost to PAS's Abdul Wahid Endut. Abu Bakar, 63, started his career in the Attorney-General's Chambers before going into private practice. He was appointed judicial commissioner in 2013 and elevated as High Court Judge three years later. Abu Bakar was promoted to the Court of Appeal in December 2019 and to the Federal Court in June 2023. Azizah is the first woman to be appointed Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak. She will replace Abdul Rahman Sebli, who is set to retire on July 24. Azizah has served at the Court of Appeal since August 2019. She was made judicial commissioner in November 2012 and elevated to the High Court in September 2014.
Malaysiakini
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Wan Farid appointed chief justice, oath taking ceremony on July 28
Court of Appeal Judge Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has been appointed the new chief justice of Malaysia, succeeding Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, who retired on July 2. The Office of the Chief Registrar of the Federal Court announced that the appointment was made pursuant to Clause (1) of Article 122B of the Federal Constitution. His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong gave his royal assent following the advice of the prime minister and consultation with the Conference of Rulers. The statement, issued at midnight, also confirmed...
