[KiniNews] MACC has widened its investigation into the alleged corruption scandal involving Sabah’s elected representatives after a whistleblower claimed there was an attempt to bribe him.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki confirmed this, saying he has ordered investigators to look into the matter.“I have ordered my officers to look into it as we need to establish what this is about,” he told Malaysiakini.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan has condemned US President Donald Trump’s plan to oust Palestinians from Gaza as beyond rational thought.Mohamad, popularly known as Tok Mat, told the Dewan Rakyat today that Trump’s statement contradicts all international conventions and treaties.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] MACC has widened its investigation into the alleged corruption scandal involving Sabah’s elected representatives after a whistleblower claimed there was an attempt to bribe him.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki confirmed this, saying he has ordered investigators to look into the matter.“I have ordered my officers to look into it as we need to establish what this is about,” he told Malaysiakini.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan has condemned US President Donald Trump’s plan to oust Palestinians from Gaza as beyond rational thought.Mohamad, popularly known as Tok Mat, told the Dewan Rakyat today that Trump’s statement contradicts all international conventions and treaties.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews: MACC probing alleged bid to buy off whistleblower; Trump's Gaza plan irrational - Tok Mat

DAP Youth chief Woo Kah Leong has strongly criticised PAS Youth for what he described as double standards and inflammatory rhetoric over the issue of guidelines on Muslim participation in events at non-Islamic places of worship.Responding to PAS Youth’s condemnation of DAP Youth’s opposition to the proposed guidelines, Woo denied that maintaining the status quo constituted an attack on Islam.He further challenged PAS Youth’s position by pointing out that the previous Perikatan Nasional government, which included PAS ministers, had also maintained the status quo on such matters during its administration from 2020 to 2022.

DAP Youth chief Woo Kah Leong has strongly criticised PAS Youth for what he described as double standards and inflammatory rhetoric over the issue of guidelines on Muslim participation in events at non-Islamic places of worship.Responding to PAS Youth’s condemnation of DAP Youth’s opposition to the proposed guidelines, Woo denied that maintaining the status quo constituted an attack on Islam.He further challenged PAS Youth’s position by pointing out that the previous Perikatan Nasional government, which included PAS ministers, had also maintained the status quo on such matters during its administration from 2020 to 2022.

DAP youth hits back at PAS over interfaith guidelines issue

As corruption scandals and political controversies continue to unfold in Malaysia, a new generation of activists is stepping up to demand accountability.On January 25, around 200 protesters—mostly university students—gathered in Kuala Lumpur for the ‘Himpunan Rakyat Benci Rasuah’ rally, voicing their frustration over the country’s corruption issues.KiniTV speaks to three student activists—Zaim, Qistina, and Brendon—who are at the forefront of youth-led anti-corruption movements.

As corruption scandals and political controversies continue to unfold in Malaysia, a new generation of activists is stepping up to demand accountability.On January 25, around 200 protesters—mostly university students—gathered in Kuala Lumpur for the ‘Himpunan Rakyat Benci Rasuah’ rally, voicing their frustration over the country’s corruption issues.KiniTV speaks to three student activists—Zaim, Qistina, and Brendon—who are at the forefront of youth-led anti-corruption movements.

'Corruption affects everything' - Young activists on why it matters

MIC deputy president M Saravanan has responded to the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar, urging him to exercise caution when addressing sensitive issues that could disrupt the nation’s racial and religious harmony.Ministers must act responsibly and address arising issues in a diplomatic and considerate manner, particularly when they involve race and religion, he said.Saravanan was responding to Naim's remarks on the guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events or celebrations to refrain from polemicising the matter, saying they were drawn up with noble intentions.

MIC deputy president M Saravanan has responded to the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar, urging him to exercise caution when addressing sensitive issues that could disrupt the nation’s racial and religious harmony.Ministers must act responsibly and address arising issues in a diplomatic and considerate manner, particularly when they involve race and religion, he said.Saravanan was responding to Naim's remarks on the guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events or celebrations to refrain from polemicising the matter, saying they were drawn up with noble intentions.

Saravanan: Religious affairs minister should be sensitive when issuing statements

Gen Z is making waves in Malaysia, from anti-corruption rallies to social justice movements. Young activists are taking a stand and demanding change like never before.In this episode of KiniZ, we speak to three student activists—Zaim, Qistina, and Brendon—about why corruption and youth activism matter, and the impact they hope to create.Reporter: Camelia Nor AzlanProducer: Azreen MadzlanThis video is part of Malaysiakini initiatives for 'Project Sigma: Gen Z Media for Malaysia', a global program by the Google News Initiative (GNI).📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to KiniTV for more!#KiniZWithCammy #GenZActivists #StudentActivists #StudentMovement

Gen Z is making waves in Malaysia, from anti-corruption rallies to social justice movements. Young activists are taking a stand and demanding change like never before.In this episode of KiniZ, we speak to three student activists—Zaim, Qistina, and Brendon—about why corruption and youth activism matter, and the impact they hope to create.Reporter: Camelia Nor AzlanProducer: Azreen MadzlanThis video is part of Malaysiakini initiatives for 'Project Sigma: Gen Z Media for Malaysia', a global program by the Google News Initiative (GNI).📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to KiniTV for more!#KiniZWithCammy #GenZActivists #StudentActivists #StudentMovement

Bold, Young, Unapologetic: Gen Z Activists On The Rise | KiniZ with Cammy

MCA president Wee Ka Siong (BN-Ayer Hitam) has urged Putrajaya to review a plan to introduce new guidelines for Muslims attending events held in non-Muslim places of worship, including funerals.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, Wee said such a proposal should have been discussed and fine-tuned by the cabinet first before any announcement was made.He stressed that the guidelines must be clear and safeguards harmony among the country’s multicultural society.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/S_o6wsUh_a8

MCA president Wee Ka Siong (BN-Ayer Hitam) has urged Putrajaya to review a plan to introduce new guidelines for Muslims attending events held in non-Muslim places of worship, including funerals.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, Wee said such a proposal should have been discussed and fine-tuned by the cabinet first before any announcement was made.He stressed that the guidelines must be clear and safeguards harmony among the country’s multicultural society.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/S_o6wsUh_a8

Govt should review interfaith guidelines, says Wee

Dr Mahathir Mohamad contends that the contempt of court application against him by Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is an attempt to delay the trial of the former premier’s defamation suit against the deputy prime minister.In his affidavit to oppose the committal bid, the two-time former prime minister pointed out that his press conference on Dec 5 last year did not amount to attacking the judiciary.

Dr Mahathir Mohamad contends that the contempt of court application against him by Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is an attempt to delay the trial of the former premier’s defamation suit against the deputy prime minister.In his affidavit to oppose the committal bid, the two-time former prime minister pointed out that his press conference on Dec 5 last year did not amount to attacking the judiciary.

Dr M: Zahid's contempt bid is an attempt to delay court trial proceedings

Controversial preacher Zakir Naik gave a ceramah in Perlis recently after getting approval from the state mufti, despite a public speaking ban imposed in 2019.Perlis Fatwa Committee member Rozaimi Ramle defended the decision as a matter under state purview.

Controversial preacher Zakir Naik gave a ceramah in Perlis recently after getting approval from the state mufti, despite a public speaking ban imposed in 2019.Perlis Fatwa Committee member Rozaimi Ramle defended the decision as a matter under state purview.

‘Zakir Naik received approval from Perlis mufti for ceramah’ - Perlis fatwa committee member

Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan has condemned US President Donald Trump’s plan to oust Palestinians from Gaza.Mohamad, popularly known as Tok Mat, told the Dewan Rakyat today that Trump’s statement contradicts all international conventions and treaties.Mohamad added that Wisma Putra has already issued a statement stating its disagreement and rejection of Trump’s proposal.

Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan has condemned US President Donald Trump’s plan to oust Palestinians from Gaza.Mohamad, popularly known as Tok Mat, told the Dewan Rakyat today that Trump’s statement contradicts all international conventions and treaties.Mohamad added that Wisma Putra has already issued a statement stating its disagreement and rejection of Trump’s proposal.

Trump's Gaza plan contradicts international conventions and treaties, says Tok Mat

MACC has widened its investigation into the alleged corruption scandal involving Sabah’s elected representatives after a whistleblower claimed there was an attempt to bribe him.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki confirmed this, saying he has ordered investigators to look into the matter.

MACC has widened its investigation into the alleged corruption scandal involving Sabah’s elected representatives after a whistleblower claimed there was an attempt to bribe him.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki confirmed this, saying he has ordered investigators to look into the matter.

MACC probing alleged bid to buy off whistleblower, says Azam

[KiniNews] The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice seeking leave from the Federal Court to appeal the Court of Appeal's decision regarding ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's judicial review of the royal addendum.The AGC said its appeal is based on conflicting interpretations of the law between the High Court and the Court of Appeal.It argued there were also matters of constitutional law that needed to be heard.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perikatan Nasional urged the government to stand together in opposing US president Donald Trump's plan to remove Palestinians from Gaza.Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal also called on the Dewan Rakyat speaker to allow his motion to hold a special sitting on Palestine, saying it was needed to inform the public of the importance of aiding Gaza.Wan Fayhsal’s remark came following Trump’s plan to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle Palestinians elsewhere.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice seeking leave from the Federal Court to appeal the Court of Appeal's decision regarding ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's judicial review of the royal addendum.The AGC said its appeal is based on conflicting interpretations of the law between the High Court and the Court of Appeal.It argued there were also matters of constitutional law that needed to be heard.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perikatan Nasional urged the government to stand together in opposing US president Donald Trump's plan to remove Palestinians from Gaza.Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal also called on the Dewan Rakyat speaker to allow his motion to hold a special sitting on Palestine, saying it was needed to inform the public of the importance of aiding Gaza.Wan Fayhsal’s remark came following Trump’s plan to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle Palestinians elsewhere.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: AGC files appeal over Najib's addendum case; PN urges govt to oppose Trump’s Gaza plan

The police will utilise 3D crime scene reconstruction technology to assist in their renewed investigation of Teoh Beng Hock’s death.Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the technology could digitally produce a clearer picture of the location where Teoh was found dead 15 years ago.Note:AI Voiceover

The police will utilise 3D crime scene reconstruction technology to assist in their renewed investigation of Teoh Beng Hock’s death.Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the technology could digitally produce a clearer picture of the location where Teoh was found dead 15 years ago.Note:AI Voiceover

Police to use latest tech in renewed investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's case

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has urged the Dewan Rakyat speaker to allow his motion to hold a special sitting on Palestine, saying it was needed to inform the public of the importance of aiding Gaza.He said this in a press conference at Parliament with several PN MPs today.Wan Fayhsal’s remark came following US president Donald Trump's plan to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle Palestinians elsewhere.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEtLKd_KREc

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has urged the Dewan Rakyat speaker to allow his motion to hold a special sitting on Palestine, saying it was needed to inform the public of the importance of aiding Gaza.He said this in a press conference at Parliament with several PN MPs today.Wan Fayhsal’s remark came following US president Donald Trump's plan to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle Palestinians elsewhere.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEtLKd_KREc

PN calls for special Dewan Rakyat sitting on Palestine following Trump's Gaza plan

The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice seeking leave from the Federal Court to appeal the Court of Appeal's decision regarding ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's judicial review of the royal addendum.The AGC said its appeal is based on conflicting interpretations of the law between the High Court and the Court of Appeal.It argued there were also matters of constitutional law that needed to be heard.Note:AI Voiceover

The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice seeking leave from the Federal Court to appeal the Court of Appeal's decision regarding ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's judicial review of the royal addendum.The AGC said its appeal is based on conflicting interpretations of the law between the High Court and the Court of Appeal.It argued there were also matters of constitutional law that needed to be heard.Note:AI Voiceover

AGC files appeal against Najib's judicial review of royal addendum

US President Donald Trump has declared that the "US will take over the Gaza Strip," shortly after proposing the permanent resettlement of Palestinians outside the enclave."The US will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it too," Anadolu Agency quoted Trump as saying during a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733584Note:AI Voiceover

US President Donald Trump has declared that the "US will take over the Gaza Strip," shortly after proposing the permanent resettlement of Palestinians outside the enclave."The US will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it too," Anadolu Agency quoted Trump as saying during a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733584Note:AI Voiceover

Trump: US will take over the Gaza Strip

Petaling Jaya MCA Youth lodged a police report yesterday, urging authorities to investigate the dispute between the party and Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh over the term “crazy horse”.The divisional youth wing believed the term had been maliciously translated and distorted to mislead the public, which placed the party at the receiving end of unfair accusations.MCA Youth urged the police to thoroughly investigate the matter to uphold the truth and prevent the further spread of false information.Note:AI Voiceover

Petaling Jaya MCA Youth lodged a police report yesterday, urging authorities to investigate the dispute between the party and Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh over the term “crazy horse”.The divisional youth wing believed the term had been maliciously translated and distorted to mislead the public, which placed the party at the receiving end of unfair accusations.MCA Youth urged the police to thoroughly investigate the matter to uphold the truth and prevent the further spread of false information.Note:AI Voiceover

MCA Youth files police over 'crazy horse' dispute

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has declined an offer to join PAS, acknowledging that at 73, he lacks the physical endurance of Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who will be turning 100 this year.“I appreciate the offer to let me join PAS, but unlike Tun M (Mahathir), I am not physically strong enough to roam the country. Even walking nine holes (on the golf course) is a struggle,” he said.Note:AI Voiceover

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has declined an offer to join PAS, acknowledging that at 73, he lacks the physical endurance of Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who will be turning 100 this year.“I appreciate the offer to let me join PAS, but unlike Tun M (Mahathir), I am not physically strong enough to roam the country. Even walking nine holes (on the golf course) is a struggle,” he said.Note:AI Voiceover

Zaid turns down PAS' offer, says unlike Dr M he's not physically strong enough

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim clarified today that electricity tariffs will only be raised for industrial users and the “maha kaya” (ultra rich)."I reiterate that the increase in electricity rates for industry will occur according to the Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT) method starting in July.""Eighty-five percent of the people will not be affected by this increase," he told the Dewan Rakyat during Prime Minister Question Time.Meanwhile, in a separate story, BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi confirmed there were no discussions about removing MCA from the coalition.He said such a notion could only be proposed by those who are “daydreaming”, and described MCA as a core party of BN.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim clarified today that electricity tariffs will only be raised for industrial users and the “maha kaya” (ultra rich)."I reiterate that the increase in electricity rates for industry will occur according to the Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT) method starting in July.""Eighty-five percent of the people will not be affected by this increase," he told the Dewan Rakyat during Prime Minister Question Time.Meanwhile, in a separate story, BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi confirmed there were no discussions about removing MCA from the coalition.He said such a notion could only be proposed by those who are “daydreaming”, and described MCA as a core party of BN.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Tariff hike only for industries, says Anwar; No talks on removing MCA from BN, says Zahid

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has sarcastically "thanked" DAP for offering to pay for lessons to educate PAS about Chinese names.However, he said it would be better for DAP to enrol its leaders in a basic Islamic education class instead.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733486

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has sarcastically "thanked" DAP for offering to pay for lessons to educate PAS about Chinese names.However, he said it would be better for DAP to enrol its leaders in a basic Islamic education class instead.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733486

Fadhli hits back at DAP over suggestion on Chinese surname courses for PAS

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi confirmed there were no discussions about removing MCA from the coalition.He said such a notion could only be proposed by those who are “daydreaming”, and described MCA as a core party of BN.

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi confirmed there were no discussions about removing MCA from the coalition.He said such a notion could only be proposed by those who are “daydreaming”, and described MCA as a core party of BN.

Zahid: Only those ‘daydreaming’ would suggest removing MCA from BN

A law firm representing the state-owned Sabah Mineral Management Sdn Bhd (SMM) has warned Malaysiakini of contempt proceedings over the news portal’s article yesterday regarding the latest twist in the corruption scandal in the state.It claimed it has obtained an injunction from the Kota Kinabalu High Court in relation to the SMM’s lawsuit against its ex-CEO Jontih Enggihon and an external third party Tei Jiann Chieng.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733448

A law firm representing the state-owned Sabah Mineral Management Sdn Bhd (SMM) has warned Malaysiakini of contempt proceedings over the news portal’s article yesterday regarding the latest twist in the corruption scandal in the state.It claimed it has obtained an injunction from the Kota Kinabalu High Court in relation to the SMM’s lawsuit against its ex-CEO Jontih Enggihon and an external third party Tei Jiann Chieng.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733448

Malaysiakini gets legal letter from law firm representing SMM over Sabah article

The Dewan Rakyat was in an uproar today after opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin brought up the issue of the royal addendum regarding former Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest.Hamzah had raised the royal addendum issue and alleged there was insolence against the monarchs.Following this, several MPs from Pakatan Harapan stood up and demanded that he retract his claim.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/Pd8MQggvpSA

The Dewan Rakyat was in an uproar today after opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin brought up the issue of the royal addendum regarding former Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest.Hamzah had raised the royal addendum issue and alleged there was insolence against the monarchs.Following this, several MPs from Pakatan Harapan stood up and demanded that he retract his claim.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/Pd8MQggvpSA

Dewan Rakyat heats up after Hamzah brings up royal addendum

There are no plans to amend the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (Act 711) to allow whistleblowers to go to the media before lodging a report with enforcement authorities.Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said told the Dewan Rakyat today that going to an enforcement agency must be the first step for whistleblowers.This is so that the agency can determine if the information given is essential and whether it should be classified under an older case or whether a new case should be opened, she explained.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

There are no plans to amend the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (Act 711) to allow whistleblowers to go to the media before lodging a report with enforcement authorities.Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said told the Dewan Rakyat today that going to an enforcement agency must be the first step for whistleblowers.This is so that the agency can determine if the information given is essential and whether it should be classified under an older case or whether a new case should be opened, she explained.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

Whistleblowers can't go to the public domain and then seek protection, says Azalina

Rosmah Mansor has denied allegations about her marital status which had been posted to a Facebook account impersonating her.Rosmah clarified that the account did not belong to her and she is still the wife of former premier Najib Abdul Razak.

Rosmah Mansor has denied allegations about her marital status which had been posted to a Facebook account impersonating her.Rosmah clarified that the account did not belong to her and she is still the wife of former premier Najib Abdul Razak.

I'm still Najib's wife, don't spread slander, says Rosmah

The government is expected to announce an increase in the paddy purchase floor price next week, along with additional subsidies to mitigate the impact on consumers.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu would table a ministerial paper to announce and clarify the floor price increase.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCsgL27dsnw

The government is expected to announce an increase in the paddy purchase floor price next week, along with additional subsidies to mitigate the impact on consumers.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu would table a ministerial paper to announce and clarify the floor price increase.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCsgL27dsnw

New paddy floor price to be announced next week, says Anwar

The Community Communications Department (J-Kom) officer implicated in a lewd video scandal has verified the identity of the alleged mastermind with the police.Abdul Wahab Abdul Kadir Jailani gave his statement to police for about three hours today at Bukit Aman.His lawyer Faizal Rahman said the primary purpose of the police interview was to determine the identity of 'Mr H'.

The Community Communications Department (J-Kom) officer implicated in a lewd video scandal has verified the identity of the alleged mastermind with the police.Abdul Wahab Abdul Kadir Jailani gave his statement to police for about three hours today at Bukit Aman.His lawyer Faizal Rahman said the primary purpose of the police interview was to determine the identity of 'Mr H'.

Wahab confirmed the identity of 'Mr H' with police, says lawyer