[KiniNews] Controversial blogger Papagomo was charged with sedition at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today over his social media post on the socks with the word Allah.The pro-Perikatan Nasional activist, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, claimed trial to the charge read before judge Siti Aminah Ghazali.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has thrown down a vernacular education gauntlet to Perikatan Nasional chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.The challenge comes in the wake of PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari honing in on the coalition government’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election Pang Sock Tao's vernacular education background.___________________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] Controversial blogger Papagomo was charged with sedition at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today over his social media post on the socks with the word Allah.The pro-Perikatan Nasional activist, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, claimed trial to the charge read before judge Siti Aminah Ghazali.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has thrown down a vernacular education gauntlet to Perikatan Nasional chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.The challenge comes in the wake of PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari honing in on the coalition government’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election Pang Sock Tao's vernacular education background.___________________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: Papagomo charged with sedition;Muhyiddin told to declare PN's stand on vernacular schools

Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz failed to obtain court leave to file an affidavit in former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's house arrest legal action.The senator wanted to file an affidavit to correct the purported factual inaccuracy in Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's affidavit in support of Najib's judicial review, linked to an alleged supplementary royal order permitting the house arrest.

Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz failed to obtain court leave to file an affidavit in former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's house arrest legal action.The senator wanted to file an affidavit to correct the purported factual inaccuracy in Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's affidavit in support of Najib's judicial review, linked to an alleged supplementary royal order permitting the house arrest.

Zafrul not allowed to file affidavit in Najib's house arrest action

Former minister Zaid Ibrahim slammed the government for allegedly practising double standards when taking action on issues concerning the royals.Citing the Bar Council as an example, he asked why the government had not taken action against the body for questioning the Agong’s prerogative in issuing pardons.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704235

Former minister Zaid Ibrahim slammed the government for allegedly practising double standards when taking action on issues concerning the royals.Citing the Bar Council as an example, he asked why the government had not taken action against the body for questioning the Agong’s prerogative in issuing pardons.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704235

Zaid: Why no action on Bar Council for challenging ruler's powers?

The coalition government under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is “weak” due to the lack of collaboration between its components, PAS election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor claimed.Hence, he urged the government to let someone else run the country if they were not up to the task.“Everyone is fighting (with each other). They don’t even have a WhatsApp group,” the Kedah menteri besar quipped during Perikatan Nasional’s ceramah in Batang Kali last night.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&amp;v=967579881177241Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704220

The coalition government under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is “weak” due to the lack of collaboration between its components, PAS election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor claimed.Hence, he urged the government to let someone else run the country if they were not up to the task.“Everyone is fighting (with each other). They don’t even have a WhatsApp group,” the Kedah menteri besar quipped during Perikatan Nasional’s ceramah in Batang Kali last night.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&amp;v=967579881177241Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704220

Govt is weak as there's no collaboration between parties, says Sanusi

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has exceeded his scope of authority by threatening the public over the casino issue, according to Lawyers For Liberty.Labelling Anwar’s warning as unlawful and unprecedented, its director Zaid Malek asserted that it is not in Anwar's job scope to decide whether anyone has committed any crime.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704216

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has exceeded his scope of authority by threatening the public over the casino issue, according to Lawyers For Liberty.Labelling Anwar’s warning as unlawful and unprecedented, its director Zaid Malek asserted that it is not in Anwar's job scope to decide whether anyone has committed any crime.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704216

LFL: Anwar should withdraw threats over comments on casino issue

In a veiled swipe against former deputy Penang chief minister P Ramasamy, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim denies that his government has ignored the plight of the Indian community.Anwar said that leaders who criticise the government over its policies involving the Indian community have malicious intent to confuse them and create distrust towards his administration.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704180

In a veiled swipe against former deputy Penang chief minister P Ramasamy, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim denies that his government has ignored the plight of the Indian community.Anwar said that leaders who criticise the government over its policies involving the Indian community have malicious intent to confuse them and create distrust towards his administration.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704180

Anwar denies neglecting Indian community

Controversial blogger Papagomo was today charged with sedition at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court, over his social media post on the socks with the word Allah.The pro-Perikatan Nasional activist, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, claimed trial to the charge read before judge Siti Aminah Ghazali.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704204

Controversial blogger Papagomo was today charged with sedition at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court, over his social media post on the socks with the word Allah.The pro-Perikatan Nasional activist, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, claimed trial to the charge read before judge Siti Aminah Ghazali.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704204

Papagomo charged with sedition

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has thrown down a vernacular education gauntlet to Perikatan Nasional chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.The challenge comes in the wake of PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari honing in on the coalition government’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election Pang Sock Tao's vernacular education background.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704187

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has thrown down a vernacular education gauntlet to Perikatan Nasional chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.The challenge comes in the wake of PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari honing in on the coalition government’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election Pang Sock Tao's vernacular education background.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704187

Muhyiddin should declare PN's stand on vernacular education, says Teresa Kok

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli said that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had questioned him over various cases.He said this when met by reporters after he was questioned for around nine hours by the MACC at their headquarters today.

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli said that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had questioned him over various cases.He said this when met by reporters after he was questioned for around nine hours by the MACC at their headquarters today.

There were various cases, says Perlis MB on MACC questioning

[KiniNews] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been released on MACC bail after anti-graft investigators finished recording his statement regarding alleged abuse of power.This was confirmed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki when contacted around 4pm today.He also confirmed that the menteri besar was indeed detained by the agencyMeanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC suspects that one of the four Bugatti Veyron hypercars seized in Munich, Germany, was purchased by Jho Low using funds from 1MDB.According to a source cited by Utusan Malaysia, the remaining cars allegedly belonged to Khadem al-Qubaisi, former managing director of the International Petroleum Investment Company, and Mohamed Ahmed Badawy al-Husseiny, ex-CEO of Aabar, both implicated in the scandal.___________________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] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been released on MACC bail after anti-graft investigators finished recording his statement regarding alleged abuse of power.This was confirmed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki when contacted around 4pm today.He also confirmed that the menteri besar was indeed detained by the agencyMeanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC suspects that one of the four Bugatti Veyron hypercars seized in Munich, Germany, was purchased by Jho Low using funds from 1MDB.According to a source cited by Utusan Malaysia, the remaining cars allegedly belonged to Khadem al-Qubaisi, former managing director of the International Petroleum Investment Company, and Mohamed Ahmed Badawy al-Husseiny, ex-CEO of Aabar, both implicated in the scandal.___________________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: Perlis MB released on MACC bail, spotlight on Jho Low's Bugatti

Perikatan Nasional Youth’s election machinery director for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, Muhammad Hilman Idham, says only a local candidate can fully understand the needs of young voters there.This includes cost of living issues and rising prices of goods and services which he says “is caused by the state government’s failure and the failure of the elected representative who was not cognisant of the needs of the local community”. Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=784303197098828

Perikatan Nasional Youth’s election machinery director for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, Muhammad Hilman Idham, says only a local candidate can fully understand the needs of young voters there.This includes cost of living issues and rising prices of goods and services which he says “is caused by the state government’s failure and the failure of the elected representative who was not cognisant of the needs of the local community”. Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=784303197098828

PN leader urges constituents to vote for local candidate

How did the KK Mart 'Allah' socks controversy spiral out of control? Was it driven by cognitive biases among different believers, politicians, and internet celebrities stoking the flames, double standards in law enforcement, or the social media echo chambers?After calm and thoughtful reflection, KiniTV invites you to join us in this new episode of explainer for a collective reflection.Script: Yap Si ErrHost: Camelia Nor AzlanVisual Editor: Phung Yie Wen, Yap Si ErrVideo Producer: Robin Koh, Azreen Madzlan

How did the KK Mart 'Allah' socks controversy spiral out of control? Was it driven by cognitive biases among different believers, politicians, and internet celebrities stoking the flames, double standards in law enforcement, or the social media echo chambers?After calm and thoughtful reflection, KiniTV invites you to join us in this new episode of explainer for a collective reflection.Script: Yap Si ErrHost: Camelia Nor AzlanVisual Editor: Phung Yie Wen, Yap Si ErrVideo Producer: Robin Koh, Azreen Madzlan

[Kini Explainer] From socks to firestorm: Unwinding the KK Mart 'Allah' socks controversy

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has confirmed the arrest of controversial blogger Papagomo for alleged seditious remarks made against the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.He said Papagomo, or his real name Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, was arrested at his home in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur around noon today.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704047

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has confirmed the arrest of controversial blogger Papagomo for alleged seditious remarks made against the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.He said Papagomo, or his real name Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, was arrested at his home in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur around noon today.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704047

Papagomo arrested for remarks against Agong

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has set Thursday this week to hear Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s bid to intervene in former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest legal action.Zafrul seeks the intervener status so that he be allowed by the civil court to file an affidavit to correct alleged factual errors in Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit in support of Najib’s judicial review.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703998

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has set Thursday this week to hear Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s bid to intervene in former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest legal action.Zafrul seeks the intervener status so that he be allowed by the civil court to file an affidavit to correct alleged factual errors in Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit in support of Najib’s judicial review.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703998

Najib house arrest: Date set for Zafrul's bid to intervene

The Malaysian Bar has filed a legal challenge to nullify the Pardons Board’s decision to reduce former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s 12-year jail sentence to six years and RM210 million fine to RM50 million.The Bar’s legal representatives from the law firm Amir & Rajpal Ghai filed the judicial review leave application at the Kuala Lumpur High Court last Friday.

The Malaysian Bar has filed a legal challenge to nullify the Pardons Board’s decision to reduce former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s 12-year jail sentence to six years and RM210 million fine to RM50 million.The Bar’s legal representatives from the law firm Amir & Rajpal Ghai filed the judicial review leave application at the Kuala Lumpur High Court last Friday.

Bar files challenge against Najib's reduced sentence

MACC has detained Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli this morning over alleged abuse of power, according to sources.Malaysiakini learned that Shukri was summoned to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya to facilitate ongoing investigations related to his son, who had been arrested and remanded earlier.As of 1.32pm, the menteri besar was still at the MACC office giving his statement. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704019

MACC has detained Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli this morning over alleged abuse of power, according to sources.Malaysiakini learned that Shukri was summoned to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya to facilitate ongoing investigations related to his son, who had been arrested and remanded earlier.As of 1.32pm, the menteri besar was still at the MACC office giving his statement. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704019

Perlis MB detained by MACC over alleged abuse of power

The MACC believes one of the four seized Bugatti Veyron luxury cars in Munich, Germany was purchased by Low Taek Jho, better known as Jho Low, using funds from 1MDB.Utusan reported that the seized Bugattis are believed to be among 50 luxury cars linked to MACC’s 2021 probe into 1MDB.From late 2020 to 2022, MACC sent investigators to Switzerland and Germany to gather details on this case.

The MACC believes one of the four seized Bugatti Veyron luxury cars in Munich, Germany was purchased by Low Taek Jho, better known as Jho Low, using funds from 1MDB.Utusan reported that the seized Bugattis are believed to be among 50 luxury cars linked to MACC’s 2021 probe into 1MDB.From late 2020 to 2022, MACC sent investigators to Switzerland and Germany to gather details on this case.

Jho Low's Bugatti purchase using 1MDB funds under MACC investigation

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil hinted that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will not be present in Kuala Kubu Baharu to campaign for Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao.The government spokesperson claimed this has been a tradition in several previous by-elections.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil hinted that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will not be present in Kuala Kubu Baharu to campaign for Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao.The government spokesperson claimed this has been a tradition in several previous by-elections.

Fahmi hints Anwar's no-show in KKB campaign

Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao does not wish to prolong the debate over her vernacular education background.“My academic achievements are the result of my parents’ hard work in providing me with the best education. I believe all parents want the best for their children," she said.She added that as a representative of the people, the matter should not be politicised, and we must respect parents’ decisions regarding the most suitable and best education for their children.Yesterday, Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari from PAS challenged Pang to reveal her school background, after which the latter responded by sharing her straight-A SPM and UPSR results.

Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao does not wish to prolong the debate over her vernacular education background.“My academic achievements are the result of my parents’ hard work in providing me with the best education. I believe all parents want the best for their children," she said.She added that as a representative of the people, the matter should not be politicised, and we must respect parents’ decisions regarding the most suitable and best education for their children.Yesterday, Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari from PAS challenged Pang to reveal her school background, after which the latter responded by sharing her straight-A SPM and UPSR results.

Don’t politicise my education, says Pang

Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao will announce the coalition’s Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) election manifesto this Friday (May 3).According to the 31-year-old, the document was meticulously crafted to offer comprehensive proposals to develop the community, including the Orang Asli.

Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao will announce the coalition’s Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) election manifesto this Friday (May 3).According to the 31-year-old, the document was meticulously crafted to offer comprehensive proposals to develop the community, including the Orang Asli.

Harapan candidate to unveil manifesto on Friday

[KiniNews] Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao has responded to PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari's challenge by sharing her impressive SPM and UPSR results - straight A’s across the board.Interestingly, the 31-year-old excelled in Malay Language (A) and English Language (A+) during the 2010 exams, surpassing her performance in Chinese Language (A-).The challenge arose after Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut faced scrutiny over his educational background.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersatu Information Committee member Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Chegubard, faced charges today at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court. He pleaded not guilty to two counts, including allegedly defaming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and inciting discontent against His Majesty.___________________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] Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao has responded to PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari's challenge by sharing her impressive SPM and UPSR results - straight A’s across the board.Interestingly, the 31-year-old excelled in Malay Language (A) and English Language (A+) during the 2010 exams, surpassing her performance in Chinese Language (A-).The challenge arose after Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut faced scrutiny over his educational background.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersatu Information Committee member Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Chegubard, faced charges today at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court. He pleaded not guilty to two counts, including allegedly defaming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and inciting discontent against His Majesty.___________________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: PH candidate swings at PAS with straight A's, Chegubard charged

Bersatu vice-president Mohd Radzi Jidin assured that PAS remains committed to Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut’s by-election campaign, despite their absence during the nomination in Kuala Kubu Baharu two days ago.Responding to PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil's query regarding PAS leaders' absence, Radzi clarified that PAS had prior commitments for an Aidilfitri Open House event in Perlis.

Bersatu vice-president Mohd Radzi Jidin assured that PAS remains committed to Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut’s by-election campaign, despite their absence during the nomination in Kuala Kubu Baharu two days ago.Responding to PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil's query regarding PAS leaders' absence, Radzi clarified that PAS had prior commitments for an Aidilfitri Open House event in Perlis.

Bersatu leader: PAS committed to PN’s by-election campaign

Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao has shared her SPM and UPSR results - outstanding straight A’s - after PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari dared her to do so.The 31-year-old from Chung Hua High School in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, performed better in the 2010 exams for Malay Language (A) and English Language (A+) compared to Chinese Language (A-).Pang also shared her UPSR certificate from 2005, which similarly showed straight A’s.

Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao has shared her SPM and UPSR results - outstanding straight A’s - after PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari dared her to do so.The 31-year-old from Chung Hua High School in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, performed better in the 2010 exams for Malay Language (A) and English Language (A+) compared to Chinese Language (A-).Pang also shared her UPSR certificate from 2005, which similarly showed straight A’s.

PH candidate Pang flaunts straight A’s in response to PAS challenge

Former PKR vice-president R Sivarasa has decried the action against Bersatu leader Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Chegubard, over his comments on the alleged casino plan in Forest City, Johor.Sivarasa said since all the relevant parties have denied the allegation, there is no justification for arresting Badrul. “All relevant parties have denied that the government agreed to (open) a casino. People can propose. (The) government has not agreed. Now, (the) government must work, not arrest,” he added.

Former PKR vice-president R Sivarasa has decried the action against Bersatu leader Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Chegubard, over his comments on the alleged casino plan in Forest City, Johor.Sivarasa said since all the relevant parties have denied the allegation, there is no justification for arresting Badrul. “All relevant parties have denied that the government agreed to (open) a casino. People can propose. (The) government has not agreed. Now, (the) government must work, not arrest,” he added.

Sivarasa, LFL slam govt over action against Chegubard

Selangor PAS Youth has denied claims that the party was boycotting the Perikatan Nasional (PN) candidate in the Kuala Kubu Bharu by-election.Selangor PAS Youth chief Mohamed Sukri Omar said the party machinery had been on the ground since April 25.He explained that some top leaders were unable to attend during nomination day as they had meetings planned in Perlis since before the nomination date was finalised.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=oFDknk&ref=watch_permalink&v=450264224030808

Selangor PAS Youth has denied claims that the party was boycotting the Perikatan Nasional (PN) candidate in the Kuala Kubu Bharu by-election.Selangor PAS Youth chief Mohamed Sukri Omar said the party machinery had been on the ground since April 25.He explained that some top leaders were unable to attend during nomination day as they had meetings planned in Perlis since before the nomination date was finalised.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=oFDknk&ref=watch_permalink&v=450264224030808

There was no boycott of PN candidate in KKB polls, says S'gor PAS Youth chief

Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin says she will have the final say on the appointment of a new lawyer to represent her ministry in the inquest into the death of firefighter Muhammad Adib Mohd Kassim.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya this morning, Zuraida said she has asked the Attorney-General's Chambers to suggest several senior DPPs to replace lawyer Syazlin Mansor, who recently withdrew herself from the hearing."I have asked them to suggest two to three names, and let me pick who is to be appointed (to represent the Housing and Local Government Ministry and the Fire and Rescue Department)."So the inquest will continue this June 26, there is still time. "When I receive the names, I will look into it and make a decision," she told a press conference in Putrajaya.Syazlin, a private lawyer who was engaged by the ministry for the inquest, announced her withdrawal last week.

Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin says she will have the final say on the appointment of a new lawyer to represent her ministry in the inquest into the death of firefighter Muhammad Adib Mohd Kassim.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya this morning, Zuraida said she has asked the Attorney-General's Chambers to suggest several senior DPPs to replace lawyer Syazlin Mansor, who recently withdrew herself from the hearing."I have asked them to suggest two to three names, and let me pick who is to be appointed (to represent the Housing and Local Government Ministry and the Fire and Rescue Department)."So the inquest will continue this June 26, there is still time. "When I receive the names, I will look into it and make a decision," she told a press conference in Putrajaya.Syazlin, a private lawyer who was engaged by the ministry for the inquest, announced her withdrawal last week.

After meeting Tommy Thomas, Zuraida to decide on DPP appointment to represent ministry