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Johor's new State Executive Council members took their oaths at Istana Bukit Serene, with the Regent Tunku Mahkota Ismail presiding. The ceremony follows Barisan Nasional's commanding election victory and Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz's reappointment.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has secured a second term following Barisan Nasional's decisive victory, winning 48 of 56 state seats. The 48-year-old descends from UMNO founder Datuk Onn Jaafar and former PM Tun Hussein Onn.
Pakatan Harapan's Nur Hafiz Roslan, a lawyer with 18 years' experience, contests the traditionally BN-held Machap seat against incumbent Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz on July 11, emphasising policy over divisive politics.
Caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned against underestimating the competition in the Machap constituency, signalling heightened vigilance as Johor prepares for its July 11 state election.
A 68-year-old retiree from Selangor drew attention at Johor's nomination day by travelling to the state and spending over RM550 from his own savings to support Barisan Nasional's Onn Hafiz, who is defending the Machap seat.
Machap is set for a direct contest between caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi of Barisan Nasional and a Pakatan Harapan challenger, marking a critical electoral battle in Johor.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi submitted his nomination for the state election surrounded by senior UMNO leadership, signalling party unity ahead of polling.
Senior Barisan Nasional figures gathered at Simpang Renggam District Council to publicly endorse Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, underscoring the coalition's commitment to the Johor election.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has refuted allegations that caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi was prevented from accessing Felda settlements, dismissing claims of any formal instruction to exclude him from Federal Land Development Authority events.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected claims that any directive was issued to bar Onn Hafiz from entering Felda settlements, dismissing suggestions of politically motivated restrictions on opposition figures' movement.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Onn Hafiz has characterised the sultan's approval for the state assembly's dissolution as routine constitutional procedure rather than palace involvement in politics.
Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi, a senior UMNO politician and former Deputy Education Minister, has announced his immediate departure from the party. He accuses Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz of weak leadership and claims the state UMNO has become subservient to his control.
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Barisan Nasional has unveiled 56 candidates for the upcoming Johor state election, with incumbent Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz spearheading the coalition's bid to retain control of the oil-rich state.
Caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi will contest the Machap seat in the state election, marking his effort to retain the constituency he currently represents.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has dismissed claims that orders were issued to prevent Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi from visiting Felda settlements, amid rising political tensions in the state.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has emphatically rejected any possibility of Barisan Nasional forming a state government alongside DAP, prioritizing ideological alignment in potential post-election governance arrangements.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has called on party members overlooked for candidacy in the state election to maintain their commitment to the coalition's mission of serving the people.
A political analyst has cautioned Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz against invoking the royal institution when addressing political criticism, suggesting he focus instead on his administrative track record.
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Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook and Johor caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Salleh have met in Kulai after weeks of public tension over the state's electoral timeline, signalling potential reconciliation within Malaysia's political landscape.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Openg have demonstrated political maturity by keeping their first public encounter cordial, despite a recent online disagreement between the two leaders.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has pushed back against claims his state government is uncooperative with federal authorities, asserting that his administration maintains a strong collaborative relationship with Putrajaya.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Onn Hafiz has vigorously rejected assertions that his state government lacks willingness to collaborate with the federal administration, framing his position as responsive to constituent concerns.