KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 23): Malaysia’s Yang di-Pertuan Agong is a “constitutional monarch”, which means the ruler’s must exercise his powers — even when it involves clemency or granting mercy such as pardoning convicted persons — according to the Federal Constitution, the High Court has said. This was why former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak [...] The post Najibs house arrest case: Agong as constitutional monarch means rulers powers must follow Constitution, court says appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 23): The High Court has said there are no laws in Malaysia that provide the mechanism for house arrest, and that this means that an order for former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to serve the rest of his jail term at home cannot be carried out. In her 41-page written [...] The post High Court: Najibs house arrest order cant be carried out, since no laws for this in Malaysia appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 Malaysias Yang di-Pertuan Agong is a constitutional monarch, which mea...

Ong Kian Ming says there is no need to add fuel to the fire in a country already divided over racial and religious politicking.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 The High Court has said there are no laws in Malaysia that provide the mechanism for house...

Mr Anwar further expressed respect for the judges decision, grounded in the principle of the sovereignty of the law.

PETALING JAYA - It is a pivotal week in court for Datuk Seri Najib Razak as his bid for home arrest has been rejected, he is to face another important judgment this Friday the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) case.The decision for the case will be delivered after a trial that lasted for over six years.But for now the former prime minister will continue serving his time in prison.The Kuala Lumpur High Court yesterday dismissed Najibs judicial review, an attempt to serve the remainder of his jail term in the RM42mil SRC International Sdn Bhd case under house arrest.The verdict on the 1MDB case will be delivered by Justice Collin Lawrence Sequerah at the Palace of Justice as the trial judge has since been appointed as a Federal Court judge recently.Senior lawyers weigh in on the several potential outcomes concerning the fate of the former premier.Datuk Geethan Ram Vincent said Najibs future will be shaped by the interaction of three parts which is the conclusion of the 1MDB trial, the scope and limits of the existing SRC pardon, and the continued availability of royal pardon.On the SRC matter, the legal position is now relatively settled

SHAH ALAM - Appeals at the Court of Appeal typically take about six months to be heard, but the timeline can be shortened in exceptional cases, particularly those involving human rights, according to senior Counsel Mohamed Haniff Khatri Abdulla.He said lawyers acting for former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak could apply for an expedited hearing following the High Courts rejection of Najibs application to compel the government to implement the addendum order allowing him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest."The issue in Najibs application is to seek a reduction of his sentence from prison to house arrest and his remaining sentence is about three years after the reduction."Therefore, if the legal team pursues an expedited appeal, the court may fix an earlier hearing date than usual, subject to procedural requirements and the availability of dates at the Court of Appeal," he said.Haniff said it was likely that Najib had already instructed his legal team to move swiftly after the High Court dismissed the application.The application was previously rejected by Kuala Lumpur High Court judge Alice Loke Yee Ching, who ruled that the addendum order had never been discussed at the 61st Pardons Board meeting and was not issued in accordance with the procedures stipulated under Article 42 of the Federal Constitution.Commenting further, Haniff said the ruling indirectly raised questions over the credibility and prerogative powers of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in matters relating to pardons.However, he cautioned that all parties should await the full written judgment before drawing further conclusions, noting that the issue surrounding the validity of the addendum order is unprecedented and is the first of its kind to be considered by the courts since independence.

We are not making demands, but conveying an application and appeal to the King," he said when met during the Selangor Umno veterans public dialogue session on Monday.Ahmad said that the Umno general assembly is the partys highest decision-making platform and any resolution passed would represent the official stance of the party.When the general assembly passes a resolution, it becomes the official voice of the party and should rightly be conveyed by the president himself," he said.Addressing grassroots reactions to the High Courts decision involving Najib, Ahmad acknowledged feelings of anger and disappointment among party members, but cautioned against allowing emotions to override rational judgement."If we follow our emotions, of course we are angry, but emotions lead nowhere. Instead, we must look at the implications of this political decision on the federal government and state governments such as Pahang, Perak and Negeri Sembilan," he said.He reiterated that Umno would continue its efforts to seek Najibs release, while also ensuring that political stability remains a priority."That is why I mention figures, so that rationality prevails over emotion," he said.Ahmad also noted that there had been calls from some Umno division chiefs for the party to reassess its position in the Unity Government following the High Courts decision to maintain Najibs remaining prison sentence at Kajang prison.He stressed that Umno would continue to act in accordance with the law and uphold respect for the institution of the Constitutional Monarchy in expressing its stance.On Monday, the High Court dismissed Najibs judicial review application to compel the government and six other parties to implement the addendum order that would allow him to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest, linked to the misappropriation of RM42 million belonging to SRC International Sdn Bhd.

Anwar Ibrahim urges all quarters to approach the matter with patience and prudence.

If the ties turn worse, he would not guarantee what is happenning next. Jalaludin posted his comments on Facebook after Yeo made the celebration remark over the dismissal of Najibs application for house arrest by a High Court

Jalaluddin Alias says the DAP publicity secretary should 'demonstrate some maturity', while PKR's Altimet describes her comments as 'uncouth and uncalled for'.

Let us become a dignified opposition rather than being humiliated by these groups."I urge all delegates who will be attending the Umno General Assembly (PAU) soon to stand united and bravely carry the voice of the people and the Malay grassroots from below."Let this PAU once again be shaken as a platform for the sacred voice of the Malays. Do not be afraid, do not be intimidated," he wrote on Facebook.Akmal made the statement following the DAP leaders Facebook post, believed to be referring to the decision by judge Alice Loke Yee Ching, who dismissed Najibs judicial review application to compel the government and six others to implement the alleged Addendum Order.The judge ruled so after being satisfied that the issue of house arrest was never discussed during the Pardons Board meeting held on Jan 29, last year.As such, Loke decided that the alleged Addendum Order was invalid and could not be implemented for the purpose of serving a house arrest sentence in the country.Meanwhile, Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki advised individuals not to issue rude or hurtful statements towards others.He described Yeos statement as extremely rude, excessive and completely lacking in humanity."If you are unable to express even a shred of sympathy, then do not make rude and hurtful remarks."Especially when the person being insulted is a former top leader who is deeply loved by the entire Umno family, which today is helping to form the unity government," he said.Asyraf also opined that it may be time for Umno to reassess the existing cooperation if there were still parties that did not appreciate Umnos contributions and struggles over the years.Apart from Akmal and Asyraf, Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Mohd Razlan Rafii also expressed displeasure over the DAP leaders actions."This is an extremely rude statement

SHAH ALAM Umno President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has issued a stern warning against "pouring oil on a raging fire" following the High Court's dismissal of Datuk Seri Najib Razak's house arrest bid.Although the Facebook post was brief, it is widely believed to be directed at DAP leaders who allegedly "celebrated" the Kuala Lumpur High Courts decision to dismiss the former prime ministers judicial review application regarding the royal addendum.Barisan Nasional (BN) Secretary-General Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir joined the fray, criticising the conduct of Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin.Zambry described the DAP lawmakers actions as "inappropriate," noting that court decisions involve personal suffering and have significant consequences for the individuals and families concerned.The court's ruling has triggered a sharp reaction within Umno.Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has gone as far as urging the party to withdraw its support for the current government.He stressed that it would be better for Umno to serve as a "dignified Opposition" than to remain in a coalition where it feels humiliated by its partners.The backlash follows the Kuala Lumpur High Courts rejection of Najibs application to compel the government to implement a royal addendum that would have allowed him to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest.Judge Alice Loke Yee Ching ruled that the alleged order was never discussed during the 61st Pardons Board meeting.She clarified that the order was not made in accordance with procedures under Article 42 of the Federal Constitution, as the specific issue of house arrest was not decided during the session.According to the judge, the supplementary document only contained a recommendation to consider Najibs request for a full pardon and a reduction of his sentence, rather than a finalized order for home detention.The 72-year-old former Pekan MP has been incarcerated at Kajang Prison since Aug 23, 2022, following his conviction for misappropriating RM42 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd.With this application rejected, Najib remains at the facility, with a scheduled release date of Aug 23, 2028.However, the defence still has the opportunity to file an appeal against the decision at the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 The Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA) and other Malay Rulers should look closely at the High Cou...

Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki says the DAP publicity secretary's comments were rude and inhumane.

Be strong, okay? We live to fight another day, as always. Take care of your health, daddy - thats the most important thing, she wrote.In the same series of posts, Yana shared screenshots of news reports related to her fathers case, including an article quoting Najibs former personal chef, who said he was eager to cook 'sup kicap' (soy sauce soup) a favourite dish of the former prime minister.Earlier, High Court judge Datuk Alice Loke Yee Ching ruled that the alleged Addendum Order was neither discussed nor decided upon during the 61st Federal Territories Pardons Board meeting held on Jan 29, last year.The courts decision effectively dismissed Najibs application to have his remaining prison sentence served under house arrest.

KUALA LUMPUR The atmosphere outside the main gate of the Kuala Lumpur Courts Complex turned somber on Monday after a decision unfavourable to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak was announced.More than 100 supporters who had gathered since early morning were seen falling silent as the decision was read out, with some of them shedding tears and expressing their disappointment.It is understood that the supporters came from various states, including the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia, with some arriving by bus early in the morning to show their support.One supporter, Suzzalina Hassan, 43, from Lenggeng, Negeri Sembilan, expressed her sadness and disappointment upon learning of the decision.I didnt expect the decision to be like this. Why? He (Najib) is already old, whats wrong with allowing him to serve the remainder of his sentence at home? Did he not contribute to the people during his nine years in service? she said.The situation around the court complex remained under control, with police personnel and members of the Peoples Volunteer Corps continuing to monitor the movement of the crowd.Some supporters were seen leaving the area in stages, while many others remained outside the court premises awaiting further developments.On Monday, the High Court here dismissed Najibs application to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest.Judge Alice Loke Yee Ching made the decision after considering the arguments and reading out the grounds of judgment for nearly an hour.Following the High Courts decision, the former prime minister will continue to serve the remainder of his prison sentence at the Kajang Prison until its completion.

KUALA LUMPUR Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak will appeal against the High Courts decision rejecting his application to compel the government to implement an Addendum Order that would allow him to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest.His lawyer, Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah said this after High Court judge Alice Loke Yee Ching dismissed Najibs judicial review application on Monday.Najib, 72, has been incarcerated at Kajang prison since Aug 23, 2022 after being convicted of misappropriating RM42 million belonging to SRC International Sdn Bhd.He has served more than three years of his sentence.Had the application succeeded, the former Umno president would have been allowed to complete his sentence at his residence

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is due to be released in 2028 from his six-yea...

KUALA LUMPUR Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak failed in his bid to compel the government to implement a "royal addendum" for house arrest after the High Court dismissed his application on Monday.Judge Alice Loke ruled that the purported decreewhich would have allowed Najib, 72, to serve the remainder of his sentence at his residencewas never discussed during the 61st Pardons Board meeting.The Yang di-Pertuan Agong cannot decide on his own [without the advice of the Board], the judge said in her ruling.The Pahang-born politician has been incarcerated at Kajang Prison since Aug 23, 2022, following his conviction for misappropriating RM42 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd.Following the courts rejection, Najib must remain at the facility, with his current release date scheduled for Aug 23, 2028

Justice Alice Loke rules that the ex-prime minister failed to prove his case in the addendum appeal.

A Malaysian court on Monday dismissed former prime minister Najib Razaks bid to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest, dealing a setback to his attempt to secure early release from jail

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, wife of Datuk Seri Najib Razak, arrived at the Kuala Lumpur Court...

He has been in prison since 2022 for corruption related to the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal.

Calls of 'Justice for Najib' and 'Free Bossku' can be heard.

Decisions by two High Court judges this week will determine whether the former prime minister will be allowed to go home, or remain in Kajang prison.

KUALA LUMPUR Today marks another significant episode in the nations history as the High Court here decides whether former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak will be allowed to serve his prison sentence at home or remain incarcerated at Kajang Prison.High Court judge Alice Loke is scheduled to deliver her decision at 9am on Najibs application to compel the government and six other parties to implement the alleged Additional Order (Titah Adendum).Najib, 72, is seeking an order that would allow him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest.The Pahang-born former leader has been imprisoned for more than three years since Aug 23, 2022, after being sentenced to six years jail and fined RM50 million upon conviction for misappropriating RM42 million of SRC International Sdn Bhd funds.If Najib succeeds in his application, he will be permitted to serve his sentence at his residence

SEBERANG JAYA Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed hope that Datuk Seri Najib Razak will be granted a royal pardon by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA), after the former prime minister has spent three years in prison.Zahid said that as a close friend, he has consistently prayed for Najib to be granted clemency at an appropriate time, while stressing that the power to grant a pardon rests solely with His Majesty.I, and all of us, cannot bear to see Datuk Seri Najib continue to languish in prison.However, the absolute authority to grant a pardon lies with His Royal Highness the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, and this should not be questioned.Yes, we pray and yes, we hope but we must not pressure or compel His Majesty. He knows when the time is right to make a decision and what needs to be done, he said.Zahid was speaking at the opening of the 17th Annual General Meeting of Parti Makkal Sakti here on Sunday.Meanwhile, the High Court today is expected to decide whether Najib will be allowed to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest or remain incarcerated at Kajang Prison.High Court judge Datuk Alice Loke is scheduled to deliver her decision on Najibs judicial review application seeking permission to serve the balance of his sentence at home.Najib, 72, is currently serving his prison sentence after being convicted by the High Court for abuse of power, criminal breach of trust and money laundering involving RM42 million belonging to SRC International Sdn Bhd, a former subsidiary of 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB).In the high-profile case, Najib had exhausted all levels of appeal after failing to overturn his conviction and sentence.On Feb 2 last year, the Pardons Board announced that Najibs original sentence of 12 years imprisonment and a RM210 million fine had been reduced to six years in jail and a RM50 million fine.According to the statement, Najib is scheduled to be released on Aug 23, 2028.

The number of visitors to the residence in Jalan Langgak Duta has surged, with supporters believed to be arriving for special prayers.

The number of visitors to the residence in Jalan Langgak Duta has surged, with supporters believed to be arriving for special prayers.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 Lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullahs remarks yesterday about his client Datuk Se...

KUALA LUMPUR Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak may serve the remainder of his prison sentence at home immediately if the High Court rules in his favour regarding a purported royal addendum.His lead counsel, Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah said that the defence team expects the 72-year-old former premier to be released from custody without delay.However, Shafee noted that certain logistical arrangements must first be finalised at Najib's designated residence before he can leave Kajang Prison.The issue that will arise is which house my client will be placed in and who will supervise the location."I understand preparations need to be made at the chosen residence, but I believe my client must be allowed to return home without further delay, he told a press conference at Kuala Lumpur High Court here today.On Aug 13, the Federal Court remitted the case to the High Court for a hearing on its merits.This followed the dismissal of the Attorney Generals (AG) appeal against a Court of Appeal ruling concerning the existence of additional documents.The Federal Court also rejected the AGs challenge to a decision allowing Najib to submit new evidence supporting the existence of these documents.Najib, a former Umno president, had applied for a mandamus order to compel the government to confirm the existence of a "royal addendum" dated Jan 29, 2024.He contended that if the document exists, the respondents must implement the order immediately.Respondents and Previous RulingsThe Pahang-born politician named several high-ranking officials and entities as respondents, including:The Home Affairs MinisterThe Prison Commissioner GeneralThe Attorney GeneralThe Pardons Board for the Federal TerritoriesThe Minister for Law and Institutional ReformThe Director-General of the Legal Affairs DivisionThe Government of MalaysiaThe application specifically seeks to transfer Najib from Kajang Prison to his residence in the capital to serve out his remaining term.Previously, on July 3, 2024, High Court Judge Datuk Amarjeet Singh rejected Najibs application for a judicial review

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak must immediately be allowed to serve the rest...

Rosmah Mansor was acquitted on Dec 19 last year of 12 money laundering charges involving RM7.09 million (US$1.73 million) and five charges of failing to declare her income to the Inland Revenue Board

Malaysian prosecutors have dropped their appeal against the acquittal of Rosmah Mansor, the wife of jailed former prime minister Najib Razak, in a case involving money laundering and tax evasion, saying they saw no prospect of success. Since 2018, the couple have been subject to multiple corruption investigations surrounding Najibs alleged role in the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal

The house arrest case has stirred intrigue in Malaysia.

High Court agrees to bring forward the decision date from Jan 5 initially following an application by the ex-prime minister's lawyers.

KUALA LUMPUR - The High Court here today was told that the purported existence of an addendum order allegedly authorising Datuk Seri Najib Razak to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest was never discussed during the 61st Pardons Board Meeting.Senior Federal Counsel Shamsul Bolhassan representing the government and six other respondents also submitted that the contents of the addendum order, as attached in an affidavit affirmed by Najib's son, Datuk Mohamad Nizar, were not discussed during the meeting chaired by the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on Jan 29, 2024.He said that based on Article 42(1) of the Federal Constitution (FC), read together with Article 42(8), any decision of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong regarding a pardon application in the Federal Territory must be determined by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong through the Pardons Board at a meeting presided over by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong."At the conclusion of the Pardons Board meeting, the Secretariat of the Pardons Board will prepare the order for the approval of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Minister of the Federal Territory."In this regard, the imposition of house arrest as reflected in the addendum order was not deliberated at the 61st Pardons Board Meeting. Based on the Minutes of the 61st Pardons Board Meeting, only one decision was made during that meeting, namely the Yang di-Pertuan Agongs 50 per cent decision (on Najibs SRC case), he said during the substantive hearing of Najib's judicial review application on the addendum order.He said in this instance, it is apparent that the addendum order was not deliberated at the 61st Pardons Board Meeting convened in accordance with Article 42(8) of the FC

The ex-prime minister had filed for a judicial review last year seeking to compel the government to execute a royal addendum on his SRC International jail term.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has been trying for more than a year now to be...