Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed rumours that more Kedah elected representatives would be following Lunas assemblyperson Mohd Radzhi Salleh’s footsteps in quitting PKR.

NONE "Although he is trying to convince his fellow assemblymen to quit the party, I am confident that would not happen," he said.

He said it was not surprising that Radzhi had quit the party, who cited his loss of confidence in the PKR leadership, as the Lunas representative had been facing a lot of problems and was under pressure lately.

Anwar said he had received many complaints lately about Radzhi's disciplinary problems, mismanagement of claims and marital problems.

Mohd Salleh to head Penang Islamic council

Meanwhile, Anwar announced that the State Islamic Religious Council (MAIPP) presidency will be given to PAS if Mohd Salleh Man wins the Permatang Pasir by-election.

Anwar, who is also the member of parliament for Permatang Pauh, said he had consulted Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng on the matter before making the decision.

He told journalists that the post was currently held by Permatang Berangan assemblyperson Shahbudin Yahya from Umno but his term would expire in two months.

NONE "We will propose Mohd Salleh ( photo, far right ) as MAIPP president to the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong after Shabudin's term expires," he said.

The by-election on Tuesday will see a straight fight between Penang PAS commissioner, Mohd Salleh, 52, and Permatang Pauh Umno division secretary, Rohaizat Othman, 38.

- Bernama

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