Machap state assemblyperson Onn Hafiz Ghazi’s appointment as the new Johor menteri besar yesterday came as a surprise not only to voters but also to Umno members.

Since the start of the state election a few weeks ago, former menteri besar Hasni Mohammad appeared to be the “poster boy” of BN’s campaign.

Onn Hafiz's (above) surprise appointment came just a day before the Umno General Assembly 2021, which will begin tonight.

This issue is expected to raise discussions among party leaders and ordinary members at the rally.

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia political analyst Jamaie Hamil expects the issue to provoke heated debate among the delegates...