Prime Minister Denies Concealing Addendum on Najib’s House Arrest
Government’s Stance on the Issue
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has categorically stated that the government has not concealed any addendum related to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s purported house arrest. This statement comes in response to a two-week-old accusation that the government has been hiding documents related to the issue.
No Discussion of Addendum at Pardons Board Meeting
Anwar revealed that the issue surrounding the addendum, which would allow Najib to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest, was not discussed during the Pardons Board meeting in 2023. As the Federal Territories Minister at the time, Anwar was part of the board and recalled that the matter was not raised during the meeting.
Clear Denial of Concealment
"I was part of the board in 2023 as I was serving as Federal Territories Minister at the time," Anwar said. "During the meeting, this matter (addendum) was not raised while I was present, nor was it brought up when Dr Zaliha Mustafa (Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department [Federal Territories]) was there. That is the reality — nothing was hidden," he emphasized.
Why the Prime Minister Needed to Respond
The prime minister explained that he needed to respond to the accusation because the issue involved legal matters that required a full understanding. Anwar stressed that the government’s stance on the matter was clear and transparent, and he needed to set the record straight to avoid any confusion or speculation.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has firmly denied any allegations of concealing an addendum related to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s house arrest. The government’s stance is clear: the issue was not discussed during the Pardons Board meeting in 2023, and no documents were hidden. The prime minister’s statement aims to provide transparency and clarity on the matter, ensuring that the public is aware of the government’s position.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the issue about?
A: The issue surrounds an addendum that would allow former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest.
Q: Was the addendum discussed at the Pardons Board meeting in 2023?
A: No, the addendum was not discussed during the meeting.
Q: Did the government conceal documents related to the issue?
A: No, the government has not concealed any documents.
Q: Why did Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim need to respond to the accusation?
A: The prime minister needed to respond to the accusation because the issue involved legal matters that required a full understanding.