While none of the five Sabah Umno women candidates in the last state election had won their seats, state Puteri Umno chief Ummi Nabilah Jamal today noted that only one had lost their deposit.In echoing Puteri Umno's call for 30 percent representation of women candidates, Ummi Nabilah said the five represented 11 percent of Sabah Umno's total 45 candidates.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765869Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925#PAU2025

While none of the five Sabah Umno women candidates in the last state election had won their seats, state Puteri Umno chief Ummi Nabilah Jamal today noted that only one had lost their deposit.In echoing Puteri Umno's call for 30 percent representation of women candidates, Ummi Nabilah said the five represented 11 percent of Sabah Umno's total 45 candidates.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765869Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925#PAU2025

None won, only one lost deposit: Sabah Puteri Umno backs 30pct candidacy

Umno has not made any decision on cooperating with Pakatan Harapan in the next general election, said the party’s secretary-general, Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765863#PAU2025

Umno has not made any decision on cooperating with Pakatan Harapan in the next general election, said the party’s secretary-general, Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765863#PAU2025

Umno hasn't decided on electoral cooperation with Harapan

Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s position as deputy prime minister must be defended to uphold the dignity of the Umno president, said Kelantan party delegate Wan Mahusin Wan Zain.He described proposals for the party to pull out of the unity government as inappropriate.He also recalled how Zahid’s dignity was trampled on when the Bagan Datuk MP faced court charges.Full article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765860Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925#PAU2025

Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s position as deputy prime minister must be defended to uphold the dignity of the Umno president, said Kelantan party delegate Wan Mahusin Wan Zain.He described proposals for the party to pull out of the unity government as inappropriate.He also recalled how Zahid’s dignity was trampled on when the Bagan Datuk MP faced court charges.Full article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765860Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925#PAU2025

Defend Zahid's DPM post, uphold Umno chief's 'dignity' - delegate

A Perak Umno delegate has lauded the party youth wing and its chief, Dr Akmal Saleh, for fiercely fighting against the “disrespectful attitude” of some parties.In his speech, Beruas Umno division chief Azhar Ahmad said that while the party practices civility in politics, Umno Youth did the right thing when it confronted those who were being uncouth.He cited the incident when DAP’s Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin celebrated a court ruling rejecting Najib Abdul Razak’s bid to be placed under house arrest.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765850Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925

A Perak Umno delegate has lauded the party youth wing and its chief, Dr Akmal Saleh, for fiercely fighting against the “disrespectful attitude” of some parties.In his speech, Beruas Umno division chief Azhar Ahmad said that while the party practices civility in politics, Umno Youth did the right thing when it confronted those who were being uncouth.He cited the incident when DAP’s Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin celebrated a court ruling rejecting Najib Abdul Razak’s bid to be placed under house arrest.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765850Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925

Delegate lauds Umno Youth for fighting 'disrespect' from other parties

An Umno Youth delegate has raised concerns over the presence of “si kitol” (treacherous figures) within the party, suggesting that some members are taking orders from a different leader.Without naming anyone, Helmi Elias described the problem as a new “illness”, where certain party members act as spokespersons for other parties.Using a ship as a metaphor, he emphasised that, as crew members, they must take orders from only one captain - Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765842Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925#PAU2025

An Umno Youth delegate has raised concerns over the presence of “si kitol” (treacherous figures) within the party, suggesting that some members are taking orders from a different leader.Without naming anyone, Helmi Elias described the problem as a new “illness”, where certain party members act as spokespersons for other parties.Using a ship as a metaphor, he emphasised that, as crew members, they must take orders from only one captain - Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.Full Article: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765842Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1387422856458925#PAU2025

'We sail with Capt Zahid', Umno Youth delegate flags mutinous crew

An Umno delegate in his debate of the presidential address today moved to defend party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi against allegations - including from within their own ranks - that the fate of former president Najib Abdul Razak, who remains behind bars, has been forgotten.”Those who accuse the president of already having a comfortable seat, of forgetting friends, of forgetting how to save Bossku - and who even think it’s better for Bossku to rot in prison (so that) our political future looks brighter - please repent,” he said in Dewan Merdeka, World Trade Centre.“Don’t be more ‘Bossku’ than ‘Bossku’,” stressed Hasnal, using Najib’s moniker among his loyal supporters.

An Umno delegate in his debate of the presidential address today moved to defend party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi against allegations - including from within their own ranks - that the fate of former president Najib Abdul Razak, who remains behind bars, has been forgotten.”Those who accuse the president of already having a comfortable seat, of forgetting friends, of forgetting how to save Bossku - and who even think it’s better for Bossku to rot in prison (so that) our political future looks brighter - please repent,” he said in Dewan Merdeka, World Trade Centre.“Don’t be more ‘Bossku’ than ‘Bossku’,” stressed Hasnal, using Najib’s moniker among his loyal supporters.

'Don't be more Bossku than Bossku' - Umno delegate defends Zahid

The government has taken down an “anti-climb” metal fence surrounding Padang Merbok in Kuala Lumpur, in a move that newly minted Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh called “returning the field to the rakyat”.This was slightly over three years after the fence was installed by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) when the federal government was under Perikatan Nasional leadership.Yeoh said the move was proof of the Madani government’s commitment towards “making things right”, and it starts with freeing Padang Merbok.

The government has taken down an “anti-climb” metal fence surrounding Padang Merbok in Kuala Lumpur, in a move that newly minted Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh called “returning the field to the rakyat”.This was slightly over three years after the fence was installed by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) when the federal government was under Perikatan Nasional leadership.Yeoh said the move was proof of the Madani government’s commitment towards “making things right”, and it starts with freeing Padang Merbok.

Padang Merbok reopens to the public, DBKL removes metal fence - Hannah Yeoh

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has denied allegations that he is aligning the party with the Madani government to save himself, while sidelining his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak.“That is a (false) accusation,” Zahid said with a smile during his policy speech at the Umno general assembly today.“Some claim Zahid is doing this to save himself - that is an accusation. They claim Zahid has sidelined his comrade Najib - that is an accusation. In fact, we sympathise with Bossku," he added.During his speech, Zahid also attempted to appease BN components MCA and MIC with a plea for the parties to stop “sulking” and once again strengthen the coalition formed for over five decades.“Come back here, sit under this big tent, let’s be together… we are Malaysians, we are friends in BN,” the BN chairperson said to cheers from 6,412 delegates from the party’s central body, Youth, Wanita, and Puteri wings gathered at Dewan Merdeka in the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has denied allegations that he is aligning the party with the Madani government to save himself, while sidelining his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak.“That is a (false) accusation,” Zahid said with a smile during his policy speech at the Umno general assembly today.“Some claim Zahid is doing this to save himself - that is an accusation. They claim Zahid has sidelined his comrade Najib - that is an accusation. In fact, we sympathise with Bossku," he added.During his speech, Zahid also attempted to appease BN components MCA and MIC with a plea for the parties to stop “sulking” and once again strengthen the coalition formed for over five decades.“Come back here, sit under this big tent, let’s be together… we are Malaysians, we are friends in BN,” the BN chairperson said to cheers from 6,412 delegates from the party’s central body, Youth, Wanita, and Puteri wings gathered at Dewan Merdeka in the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Zahid denies joining govt to save himself, urges MCA, MIC to stop sulking and stay in BN

The outcome of the last Sabah election in which Umno only received 144,584 votes, despite recording 622,637 members, has served as the biggest “wake-up call” on a trend of declining support, said party secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.In revealing the numbers, Asyraf said the vote tally received by Umno only accounts for 23 percent of Sabah Umno members.This means almost 80 percent of party members in the state did not vote for BN.

The outcome of the last Sabah election in which Umno only received 144,584 votes, despite recording 622,637 members, has served as the biggest “wake-up call” on a trend of declining support, said party secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.In revealing the numbers, Asyraf said the vote tally received by Umno only accounts for 23 percent of Sabah Umno members.This means almost 80 percent of party members in the state did not vote for BN.

Sabah polls a 'wake-up call', many Sabah Umno members didn't vote for party, says Asyraf

PAS deputy-president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man has rejected claims that replacing Muhyiddin Yassin with PAS’ Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as Perikatan Nasional chairperson would cause electoral losses to the party.He described those views as “far from reality”, highlighting how the Islamist party in Terengganu, under Samsuri’s leadership as menteri besar, had been especially successful.He added that regardless of whoever is chosen as the replacement for PN chief, what is important is the commitment to continue strengthening the coalition.

PAS deputy-president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man has rejected claims that replacing Muhyiddin Yassin with PAS’ Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as Perikatan Nasional chairperson would cause electoral losses to the party.He described those views as “far from reality”, highlighting how the Islamist party in Terengganu, under Samsuri’s leadership as menteri besar, had been especially successful.He added that regardless of whoever is chosen as the replacement for PN chief, what is important is the commitment to continue strengthening the coalition.

Samsuri as PN chief won't cost PAS seats, says Tuan Ibrahim

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has lodged a police report yesterday over a fabricated news article that claimed that she has endorsed “halal-certified pork”.The Seputeh MP described the fabricated article, which has since gone viral on social media, as “purely defamatory in nature”, and insisted that she has never made such statements.

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has lodged a police report yesterday over a fabricated news article that claimed that she has endorsed “halal-certified pork”.The Seputeh MP described the fabricated article, which has since gone viral on social media, as “purely defamatory in nature”, and insisted that she has never made such statements.

Teresa lodges police report over fabricated 'halal-certified pork' article

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today acquitted and discharged former Kinabatangan MP, the late Bung Moktar Radin, of three corruption charges involving RM2.8 million in bribes.The bribes were allegedly for securing approval for Felcra Berhad to invest RM150 million in Public Mutual Berhad unit trust products.Judge Rosli Ahmad made the ruling after deputy public prosecutor Law Chin How informed the court that the prosecution did not intend to proceed with the case following Bung’s death on Dec 5 last year.

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today acquitted and discharged former Kinabatangan MP, the late Bung Moktar Radin, of three corruption charges involving RM2.8 million in bribes.The bribes were allegedly for securing approval for Felcra Berhad to invest RM150 million in Public Mutual Berhad unit trust products.Judge Rosli Ahmad made the ruling after deputy public prosecutor Law Chin How informed the court that the prosecution did not intend to proceed with the case following Bung’s death on Dec 5 last year.

Court frees late Bung Moktar of graft charges, trial against widow to proceed

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's full speech at the opening of the 2025 Umno AGM.

[Full video] Zahid Hamidi's speech at opening of 2025 Umno AGM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said all Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) procurement decisions linked to corruption will be temporarily shelved pending full compliance with procurement procedures.He said the government, through the relevant ministries, will review and restructure all procurement processes to ensure transparency within the existing system.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said all Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) procurement decisions linked to corruption will be temporarily shelved pending full compliance with procurement procedures.He said the government, through the relevant ministries, will review and restructure all procurement processes to ensure transparency within the existing system.

Anwar: MAF, police procurement decisions linked to graft temporarily shelved

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced that the party will form a new committee dubbed the “Rumah Bangsa Unification Committee” as part of efforts to restore Malay political unity.The deputy prime minister said this includes opening the door for individuals or groups that previously left the party to return to Umno.

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced that the party will form a new committee dubbed the “Rumah Bangsa Unification Committee” as part of efforts to restore Malay political unity.The deputy prime minister said this includes opening the door for individuals or groups that previously left the party to return to Umno.

Umno 'big home' for Malays, Zahid moots 'unification' committee

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stressed that Umno remains loyal to Najib Abdul Razak and reiterated that he had petitioned to get a pardon for the former premier.In his policy speech at the Umno general assembly today, Zahid said Umno has never wavered in its stand with Najib, it has never changed.

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stressed that Umno remains loyal to Najib Abdul Razak and reiterated that he had petitioned to get a pardon for the former premier.In his policy speech at the Umno general assembly today, Zahid said Umno has never wavered in its stand with Najib, it has never changed.

Umno's support for Najib hasn't changed, says Zahid

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has denied allegations that he is aligning the party with the Madani government to save himself, while sidelining his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak.“That is a (false) accusation,” Zahid said with a smile during his policy speech at the Umno general assembly today.

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has denied allegations that he is aligning the party with the Madani government to save himself, while sidelining his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak.“That is a (false) accusation,” Zahid said with a smile during his policy speech at the Umno general assembly today.

Zahid denies claims of staying in govt to save himself

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his resignation from the Malacca government’s executive council, vowing to fight DAP “till the end”.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau assemblyperson said he was stepping down as state executive councillor for rural development, agriculture and food security.“I am brave enough to state that I am resigning to ‘lawan DAP habis-habisan’ (fight DAP till the end),” he said to applause and cheers from the delegates.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden praised Akmal's decision and offered to team up against a common foe.“We will fight DAP together! You’ll never walk alone," he said.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his resignation from the Malacca government’s executive council, vowing to fight DAP “till the end”.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau assemblyperson said he was stepping down as state executive councillor for rural development, agriculture and food security.“I am brave enough to state that I am resigning to ‘lawan DAP habis-habisan’ (fight DAP till the end),” he said to applause and cheers from the delegates.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden praised Akmal's decision and offered to team up against a common foe.“We will fight DAP together! You’ll never walk alone," he said.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Akmal quits as Malacca exco to fight DAP till the end; 'We will fight DAP together!' -PAS

Malacca Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh today said he respected Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh’s announcement of his resignation from the state executive council.However, Rauf said a decision will only be made after he receives an official letter from Akmal on the matter.

Malacca Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh today said he respected Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh’s announcement of his resignation from the state executive council.However, Rauf said a decision will only be made after he receives an official letter from Akmal on the matter.

Rauf respects Akmal's decision, says will wait for official resignation letter

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today said he will be meeting with youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh to clarify matters following the Merlimau assemblyperson’s resignation as a Malacca state executive councillor.When asked whether Akmal’s resignation will affect cooperation among parties in government, Zahid said: “I want to know - I will meet him. Who does he want to attack in this matter?”

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today said he will be meeting with youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh to clarify matters following the Merlimau assemblyperson’s resignation as a Malacca state executive councillor.When asked whether Akmal’s resignation will affect cooperation among parties in government, Zahid said: “I want to know - I will meet him. Who does he want to attack in this matter?”

'Who does he want to attack in this matter?' - Zahid to meet Akmal

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin, in his maiden return to the wing’s assembly, hinted at a comeback to the party since his sacking three years ago.Met by reporters outside Dewan Merdeka at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, Khairy, when quizzed on the matter, repeatedly said, “One step at a time”.“Today I’m back as an observer. InsyaAllah, after this, we’ll do what needs to be done,” he said.

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin, in his maiden return to the wing’s assembly, hinted at a comeback to the party since his sacking three years ago.Met by reporters outside Dewan Merdeka at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, Khairy, when quizzed on the matter, repeatedly said, “One step at a time”.“Today I’m back as an observer. InsyaAllah, after this, we’ll do what needs to be done,” he said.

Return to Umno? One step at a time, says Khairy after Umno AGM

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his exit from the Malacca state government’s executive council.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau state assemblyperson said he was stepping down from his role as state executive councillor in charge of rural development, agriculture, and food security.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1277023710926676

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his exit from the Malacca state government’s executive council.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau state assemblyperson said he was stepping down from his role as state executive councillor in charge of rural development, agriculture, and food security.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1277023710926676

Akmal announces his resignation as Malacca exco

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan has voiced support for the party’s Youth wing led by Dr Akmal Saleh to continue acting as a “pressure group” and assume the role of a “constructive opposition” within the government.Citing the Jan 3 Umno Youth special convention, Mohamad said, contrary to others, he did not view the gathering Akmal organised as an act of insolence."The role of youth is indeed to be loud and rebellious. The role of youth is to be the emergency bell. Akmal, youth wing, keep up your courage. But be a constructive opposition from within the government,” he said.

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan has voiced support for the party’s Youth wing led by Dr Akmal Saleh to continue acting as a “pressure group” and assume the role of a “constructive opposition” within the government.Citing the Jan 3 Umno Youth special convention, Mohamad said, contrary to others, he did not view the gathering Akmal organised as an act of insolence."The role of youth is indeed to be loud and rebellious. The role of youth is to be the emergency bell. Akmal, youth wing, keep up your courage. But be a constructive opposition from within the government,” he said.

Tok Mat expresses support for Akmal, tells him to continue being courageous

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan warned that political differences left unmanaged and without wisdom could lead to the fall of a government, citing lessons from modern world history.In the context of political cooperation, Mohamad stressed that Umno’s participation in the coalition government does not mean the party will compromise on its core principles.He said this in his speech to open the party’s youth, women, and young women wings general assembly yesterday.

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan warned that political differences left unmanaged and without wisdom could lead to the fall of a government, citing lessons from modern world history.In the context of political cooperation, Mohamad stressed that Umno’s participation in the coalition government does not mean the party will compromise on its core principles.He said this in his speech to open the party’s youth, women, and young women wings general assembly yesterday.

We will not remain silent if Umno’s red lines are crossed, says Tok Mat

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin was seen at the Umno Youth Annual General Assembly today.He arrived at the World Trade Centre KL with Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Nazri Abdul Aziz.Yesterday, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extended an olive branch to former party leaders, either suspended or sacked, to return to the fold.Zahid invited those wishing to return to attend the AGM as observers.

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin was seen at the Umno Youth Annual General Assembly today.He arrived at the World Trade Centre KL with Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Nazri Abdul Aziz.Yesterday, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extended an olive branch to former party leaders, either suspended or sacked, to return to the fold.Zahid invited those wishing to return to attend the AGM as observers.

Khairy attends Umno General Assembly

Tycoon Vincent Tan made an appearance at Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad's Hari Raya open house in Sri Perdana today.Vincent was one of over 50,000 people at the open house today.Many were hoping to catch a glimpse of Mahathir at the event, the latter's first open house since returning to the premiership after a 15-year absence.A long queue almost immediately formed outside the official residence where large tents were set up so that members of the public could shake hands with Malaysia's seventh prime minister and members of his cabinet.Previously, the meet and greet sessions were only held inside the residence.The large size of the crowd forced the emcee of the event to bar members of the public from taking selfies with Mahathir and the cabinet members so as to ensure the queue moved smoothly without any holdups.

Tycoon Vincent Tan made an appearance at Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad's Hari Raya open house in Sri Perdana today. Vincent was one of over 50,000 people at the open house today. Many were hoping to catch a glimpse of Mahathir at the event, the latter's first open house since returning to the premiership after a 15-year absence. A long queue almost immediately formed outside the official residence where large tents were set up so that members of the public could shake hands with Malaysia's seventh prime minister and members of his cabinet. Previously, the meet and greet sessions were only held inside the residence. The large size of the crowd forced the emcee of the event to bar members of the public from taking selfies with Mahathir and the cabinet members so as to ensure the queue moved smoothly without any holdups.

Vincent Tan makes grand entrance at Dr Mahathir's open house