Putrajaya: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has received three reports related to the 16th Johor state election, including one alleging corruption involving an election candidate. MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman stated that the commission has so far received one complaint from the Election Campaign Enforcement Team (PP-KPR) in Batu Pahat, while the other two were general public reports.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, all the information received is being assessed and investigated in accordance with the relevant laws. Abd Halim emphasized that corruption in the ongoing election, irrespective of the party, candidate, voter, or supporter involved, will be addressed. He refrained from commenting further on the specifics but indicated that one of the cases involves a candidate.

Furthermore, Abd Halim announced the activation of election operations rooms in Johor Bahru, Segamat, Kluang, Batu Pahat, and Mersing to facilitate public reporting of any allegations of abuse of power and corruption throughout the election period. The MACC is determined to take firm action against anyone involved in election-related corruption to maintain the integrity of the democratic process.

He stressed the importance of a clean election, which not only ensures the integrity of the democratic system but also strengthens public confidence in the nation's institutions. Abd Halim urged all candidates, political parties, supporters, and voters to comply with the law throughout the campaign period and on polling day.

In the upcoming election, a total of 2.7 million eligible ordinary voters are expected to cast their ballots to elect 56 state assembly representatives for the next term.