Negeri Sembilan Appointments Dispute Should Follow Legal Guidance, Says SPA Chairman

Baku:Negeri Sembilan The ongoing dispute regarding appointments in Negeri Sembilan should be resolved in accordance with the law and statements from relevant authorities, including the Attorney-General's Chambers.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Jailani Muhamed Yunus, chairman of the Public Service Commission (SPA) and the Judicial and Legal Service Commission (SPKP), urged the public not to form conclusions without understanding the facts. He advised consulting the country's existing laws and credible authorities for accurate information.

He commented on the administrative crisis in Negeri Sembilan, which arose following the cancellation of appointments for 10 State Executive Council members and the suspension of State Secretary Datuk Mohd Zafir Ibrahim and State Legal Adviser Datuk Muzalmah Mustapha Kamal. Ahmad Jailani highlighted statements by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Chief Secretary to the Government on governance and legal implications as additional resources for the public.

In other news, the SPA MADANI Adopted School programme at SMK Simpang Beluru was completed within three months with a RM100,000 allocation. This initiative improved facilities for 770 students and 50 teachers and administrators, including enhancements to physical infrastructure and digital education. Improvements featured interactive smartboards, desktop computers, and upgraded school infrastructure. Additionally, the programme supported 134 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia examination candidates and facilitated a benchmarking visit to SMK Pangkalan Lebai Man in Kedah. Ahmad Jailani emphasized the importance of a plan to ensure the facilities are fully utilized and not wasted.