Islamic preacher Zamihan Mat Zin should be sacked from the government for his “extremist” remarks to show that the government is serious about alleviating ethnic tensions, said MCA Wanita chairperson Heng Seai Kie.

“Zamihan is the face of religious bigotry, and if left unchecked, this provocateur with his erroneous disparaging remarks about the Chinese community can stir up racial tension.

“Zamihan should be sacked from any and all portfolios to show the government is serious about lowering ethnic tension.

“Otherwise, he may set a bad precedent for others,” Heng said in a statement today...