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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has appealed to security personnel voting early in Johor's 16th state election to exercise their franchise with complete integrity, emphasizing the importance of choosing wisely for long-term progress.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has congratulated Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi on assuming the position of Johor Menteri Besar, expressing confidence in his leadership following Barisan Nasional's commanding two-thirds majority win in state elections.
Johor's next Menteri Besar will take the oath at Istana Bukit Serene this afternoon, capping a decisive Barisan Nasional victory that secured 48 of 56 state seats in yesterday's election.
Johor's state election campaign enters its closing chapter as 172 candidates vying for 56 seats intensify last-minute efforts. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and other national leaders are campaigning across the state ahead of Saturday's polling day.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has appealed to all contesting parties in the Johor state election to avoid raising outdated, unrelated issues and instead centre campaign efforts on candidate credentials and concrete policy proposals.
Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching is calling on Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi to explain allegations that a mandatory TVET student event was converted into a campaign platform for Barisan Nasional candidates during the state election.
Barisan Nasional has pledged to avoid involvement in royal and legal affairs in Negeri Sembilan as the coalition prepares for the August 1 state election, with party unity emerging as the top priority.
Johor's Barisan Nasional leadership is banking on strong community support for Endau candidate Alwiyah Talib to propel the coalition's campaign as voters prepare to cast ballots on July 11.
Barisan Nasional chairman Ahmad Zahid has signalled openness to lower-level discussions on possible cooperation with Pas and Wawasan Negara for the Johor state election, though no formal coalition arrangements have been announced.
Pakatan Harapan candidate Sharon Teo is challenging the incumbent in Johor's Permas constituency with a platform centred on road infrastructure and public welfare ahead of the July 11 state election.
Malaysia's Election Commission has cleared all 172 candidates for Johor's 16th state election. Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan each field 56 candidates, with Perikatan Nasional, smaller parties, and independents making up the remainder across 56 seats.
A 68-year-old retiree from Selangor spent RM500 from personal savings to travel to Johor and support Barisan Nasional Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz during the 16th state election nomination process.
The race for Bukit Permai in Johor's 16th state election has shaped into a competitive four-way contest, with incumbent Barisan Nasional representative Datuk Mohd Jafni facing off against candidates from Pakatan Harapan, Perikatan Nasional and Parti Bersama Malaysia.
The Tangkak state constituency will be contested between incumbent PH's Ee Chin Li and BN's How Chin Teck in the July 11 Johor state election, with the race emerging as a direct two-coalition clash.
Senior BN leadership has instructed candidates and party machinery in Johor to prioritise substantive engagement with voters over provocative messaging during the upcoming state election.
Caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi will contest the Machap seat in a direct two-way race, with the Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan putting forward their respective candidates in the closely-watched Johor electoral battle.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi filed his nomination papers for the state election at Simpang Renggam, accompanied by UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and other prominent party leaders.
High-profile Barisan Nasional leaders converged on Simpang Renggam to publicly endorse Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, signalling the coalition's unified push in the Johor election battle.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has campaigned in the Tiram constituency to bolster Barisan Nasional's election prospects in Johor, underlining the coalition's push for ground-level support.
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Johor's upcoming state election will test whether Barisan Nasional can retain dominance four years after a landslide win, with multiple contests and shifting voter concerns reshaping the political landscape.
Johor's 16th state election has officially commenced with nomination proceedings at 56 centres statewide. Voting is scheduled for July 11, with campaigning to run for 14 days. Nearly 2.73 million registered voters are eligible to participate.
Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has committed to rolling out the Semarak Isya' programme in all state constituencies, designed to revitalise mosque and surau engagement beyond traditional worship.
Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has expressed confidence that Barisan Nasional can defend Kota Iskandar and recapture multiple seats in Iskandar Puteri, provided the coalition maintains unified and coordinated campaign efforts across the region.
Datuk Dr Mohd Fuad Tukirin has accepted his removal as Barisan Nasional candidate for Bukit Naning, expressing regret over incomplete welfare programmes for constituents.
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Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has launched an election manifesto promising 200,000 quality employment opportunities alongside RM100 million dedicated to housing and education initiatives, targeting voter support ahead of upcoming state polls.
Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has urged Johor voters to support Barisan Nasional candidates to maintain administrative continuity with the state government, arguing that coordination between local structures and the ruling coalition ensures effective service delivery.
Barisan Nasional has launched its Johor election manifesto featuring 63 pledges centred on six pillars, with an ambitious target to create 200,000 jobs and sustain economic momentum in Malaysia's southern state.
Barisan Nasional leadership has adopted a conciliatory tone following the departures of senior figures including former UMNO Supreme Council member Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi, with the party focusing on support for its 56 candidates in the forthcoming Johor election.
Barisan Nasional, Pakatan Harapan and Perikatan Nasional are preparing for direct contests in nearly 60% of Johor's 56 state seats, signalling a fragmented political landscape ahead of next month's state election.
Johor's 16th state election enters its critical phase tomorrow with nomination day, as Pakatan Harapan, Barisan Nasional, Perikatan Nasional and smaller parties compete for all 56 assembly seats. Polling is scheduled for July 11.
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PAS has signalled its intention to move forward from protracted seat-sharing negotiations with Umno and Parti Wawasan in Johor, indicating the Islamic party wants to avoid further disputes over electoral arrangements.
Johor Barisan Nasional has strongly condemned allegations by former state legislative assembly speaker Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi, dismissing claims linking the palace to political decisions as baseless and irresponsible.
Johor's governing coalition will back incumbent Datuk Pandak Ahmad in the Kota Iskandar state constituency for the upcoming 16th state election, setting up a closely watched rematch.
Newly selected Barisan Nasional candidates in Johor have committed to an aggressive campaign strategy as the coalition seeks to consolidate power in the state's July 11 election.
Johor Barisan Nasional members have filed police reports against former Umno supreme council member Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi following his public allegations regarding palace involvement in state politics.
Onn Hafiz Ghazi, Johor Barisan Nasional chairman and former health minister, will contest his Machap seat in the state election, signalling renewed Umno commitment to southern peninsular politics.
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Barisan Nasional has unveiled its 56-candidate slate for the upcoming Johor state election, with incumbent Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Md Sarim fronting the coalition's electoral effort.
Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has unveiled a blend of newcomers and party veterans for the upcoming state election, emphasising grassroots machinery and youth representation in its candidate strategy.
Barisan Nasional has announced its complete lineup of 56 candidates contesting the upcoming Johor state election scheduled for July 11, marking the coalition's formal entry into campaigning.
Umno's rigorous vetting process caused delays in revealing Johor BN candidates, according to party secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.
Johor Barisan Nasional has announced Umno executive secretary Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan as its candidate for the Benut state seat, marking his debut in electoral politics.
Dr Adham Baba, former Health Minister and two-term Pasir Raja assemblyman, has been announced as the Barisan Nasional candidate for the 16th Johor State Election, banking on his extensive track record and established community relationships to secure voter support.
Speculation about a potential electoral alliance between Barisan Nasional, PAS, and Parti Wawasan Negara in Johor has ended after BN announced its candidate slate without naming any senior Wawasan figures.
Former Johor menteri besar Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad has been excluded from Barisan Nasional's candidate roster for Johor's state elections, prompting analysts to speculate he may transition to federal politics through a parliamentary seat.
Johor's Barisan Nasional has announced its complete candidate lineup for the 16th state election, fielding 37 UMNO, 15 MCA and four MIC nominees across all 56 seats. Former health minister Adham Baba returns to contest Pasir Raja.
Barisan Nasional has firmly rejected the possibility of forming a coalition government following the Johor state election, declaring its commitment to govern independently should it secure victory at the polls.
Former health minister Dr Adham Baba and ex-Endau assemblyman Alwiyah Talib are among 56 Barisan Nasional candidates nominated for Johor's state election campaign.
Barisan Nasional leaders and party faithful converged at Johor Umno headquarters ahead of the candidate announcement for the 16th state election, with growing momentum building across the coalition.
Perikatan Nasional will contest the upcoming Johor state election under its own logo rather than the Barisan Nasional banner, according to PN election director Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, putting to rest speculation about an electoral alliance.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Johor's executive councillor to scrutinise claims made by previous Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional administrations regarding the state's federal revenue allocation, signalling renewed pressure on historical fiscal distribution disputes.
Barisan Nasional is set to announce its candidates for the upcoming Johor state election, marking a significant step in the coalition's preparation for the crucial regional poll.
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Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh contends that Kuala Lumpur voters have experienced both BN and Perikatan administrations and are unlikely to return to either coalition's governance after sampling alternatives.
PKR vice-president Zaliha Mustafa has questioned the logic behind Johor BN chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi's request that Pakatan Harapan name its poster boy for the state polls, noting no assurance exists he would become menteri besar.
PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has challenged Johor BN chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi over his insistence that Pakatan Harapan declare its menteri besar candidate before elections, citing apparent inconsistencies.
PKR vice-president Zaliha Harun has expressed confusion over Johor BN chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi's demand that Pakatan Harapan identify its poster boy for state elections, given the absence of guarantees regarding menteri besar appointment.
Johor's state election for 56 assembly seats has evolved into a pivotal political battleground. The contest between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan carries significance that transcends state politics, potentially reshaping Malaysia's broader political landscape.
Sabah UMNO is mobilising its campaign infrastructure to bolster Barisan Nasional's efforts in the Johor state election, focusing on constituencies with substantial Sabahan voter communities ahead of polling on July 11.
Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz says the state Barisan Nasional chapter will unveil its full roster of candidates for the forthcoming state election within the coming week, bringing months of speculation to a close.
Johor Barisan Nasional chief Onn Hafiz Ghazi has urged party members who failed to secure candidacy in the upcoming state election to remain loyal to the coalition, framing the contest as one chapter in a longer political journey.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has categorically rejected the prospect of Barisan Nasional partnering with DAP to form government should voters return his coalition to power.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has encouraged party members who fail to secure candidature in the upcoming state election to remain committed to the coalition's broader mission of serving constituents.
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Barisan Nasional is set to conclude its internal negotiations on seat allocation for Johor and Negeri Sembilan next week, according to Umno's secretary-general, as the ruling coalition moves toward finalising its electoral blueprint.
The Malaysian Indian Congress will contest two Johor seats in the upcoming state elections while negotiating a seat swap with coalition partner Umno, signalling continued coalition cooperation despite earlier tensions.
The Malaysian Indian Congress has been allocated four seats for the Johor state election, with candidate nominations set for June 27 and polling scheduled for July 11. The party is launching a targeted campaign to strengthen support within the Indian community.
Barisan Nasional's leadership has dismissed concerns that recent political movements involving Wawasan and Bersama will undermine its prospects in upcoming state elections, expressing confidence in the coalition's readiness.
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Johor's caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz has rejected accusations that Barisan Nasional is behaving arrogantly by contesting the state election independently, arguing the coalition's decision reflects democratic principles and voter choice.
Johor Barisan Nasional deputy chairman Ahmad Maslan has ruled out contesting in the state election scheduled for July 11, stepping back from potential races in Benut and Pulai Sebatang seats.
Barisan Nasional's secretary-general has dismissed concerns that newly formed political parties will impact the coalition's performance in upcoming elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan.