FAM Election Congress: KLFA President Syed Yazid Syed Omar to Contest for Vice-President
Kuala Lumpur Football Association (KLFA) president Syed Yazid Syed Omar has announced that he will not be contesting for the FAM president position. Instead, he has offered himself to contest for the vice-president at the Election Congress on February 15.
Decision Made After Discussions with KLFA Patron
Syed Yazid made the decision after holding discussions with KLFA patron Fahmi Fadzil today. He stated that he is not contesting for the president post at the congress, but will give full support to FAM vice-president Datuk Mohd Joehari Mohd Ayub to be the next leader of FAM.
Support for Datuk Mohd Joehari
Syed Yazid said, "I am offering myself to contest for FAM vice-president, at the same time, I on behalf of KLFA fully support Datuk Mohd Joehari to contest for the FAM president post. At the same time, I hope to be nominated as FAM vice-president as there is no ambition for me to contest for FAM president."
FAM Election Congress
The FAM Election Congress will be held next month to select the new FAM Executive Committee (Exco) members as the 2021-2025 term is about to end, with president Tan Sri Hamidin Mohd Amin confirming that he will not defend his position. The list of candidates who will contest in FAM for the 2025-2029 term will be known soon.
FAM Statute
Based on the FAM statute, any individual can contest for the position of president provided the candidate obtains a minimum of six nominations from affiliated members.
Other Contenders
Earlier, former FAM deputy president Datuk Seri Afandi Hamzah and corporate figure Sayf Ismail were among those who had offered to contest for the presidency. Meanwhile, Mohd Joehari is said to be the ‘approved’ candidate to replace Tan Sri Hamidin Mohd Amin.
Conclusion
Syed Yazid’s decision to contest for the vice-president position marks a significant development in the FAM Election Congress. With his support for Datuk Mohd Joehari, the stage is set for an exciting contest for the presidency.
FAQs
Q: Why is Syed Yazid not contesting for the president position?
A: Syed Yazid has decided not to contest for the president position and instead will contest for the vice-president position.
Q: Who is Syed Yazid supporting for the presidency?
A: Syed Yazid is supporting Datuk Mohd Joehari for the presidency.
Q: When will the FAM Election Congress take place?
A: The FAM Election Congress will take place next month.
Q: Who are the other contenders for the presidency?
A: Former FAM deputy president Datuk Seri Afandi Hamzah and corporate figure Sayf Ismail are among those who have offered to contest for the presidency.