Former Melaka Assemblyman’s Political Comeback Bid Fails
Background: The Man Behind the Controversy
Norhizam Hassan Baktee, popularly known as "YB Hulk" and "YB Viral", was among the assemblymen who played a crucial role in toppling Sulaiman Ali’s government in 2021 after withdrawing support for the then Melaka chief minister.
The Attempt at a Comeback
Recently, Norhizam confirmed his candidacy for a position in the Hang Tuah Jaya Bersatu division, but refused to disclose which post he was contesting. However, a check by FMT on Hang Tuah Jaya Bersatu’s Facebook page found that Norhizam was not included in the division’s committee for the 2024-2027 term.
Election Results: A Setback for Norhizam
The election results revealed that Azrudin Idris was elected president, with Jaffri Ibrahim as his deputy, and ten committee members were appointed. Unfortunately, Norhizam did not win any positions in the election.
A Bumpy Political Career
Norhizam’s political career has been marked by controversy and setbacks. He was with Umno before switching to DAP in 2006. In 2021, he was among the assemblymen who withdrew support for the then Melaka chief minister, leading to the toppling of the government. Later, he declared his intention to become an MP in GE15, either under DAP or Umno, but both parties rejected him.
Conclusion: A Setback for a Political Comeback
Norhizam’s failure to win any positions in the Hang Tuah Jaya Bersatu division election marks a significant setback for his political comeback bid. This latest development raises questions about his ability to regain his footing in Malaysian politics, following a series of controversies and rejections from major political parties.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is Norhizam Hassan Baktee?
Norhizam Hassan Baktee is a former Melaka assemblyman who was involved in toppling Sulaiman Ali’s government in 2021 after withdrawing support for the then Melaka chief minister. - What was Norhizam’s role in the 2021 government crisis?
Norhizam was one of the assemblymen who withdrew support for the then Melaka chief minister, leading to the government’s downfall. - What was Norhizam’s intention in GE15?
Norhizam declared his intention to become an MP in GE15, either under DAP or Umno, but both parties rejected him. - What happened in the Hang Tuah Jaya Bersatu division election?
Norhizam did not win any positions in the election, with Azrudin Idris elected as president and Jaffri Ibrahim as his deputy, and ten committee members appointed.