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Johor Launches Semarak Maghrib And Isyak Drive To Boost Mosque Attendance And Islamic Practice

Johor has launched the Semarak Maghrib and Isyak programme to encourage congregational prayers at mosques statewide. Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz described it as fulfilling Barisan Nasional election pledges and strengthening Islamic values in the state.

By Khairul Anuar · 6 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Johor DAP Reaffirms Support for Loke Despite Negeri Sembilan Setback

Johor DAP has thrown its weight behind secretary-general Anthony Loke, endorsing his continued leadership following the party's disappointing performance in Negeri Sembilan. The show of support comes despite DAP and Pakatan Harapan suffering electoral losses.

By Khairul Anuar · 2 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Opposition Demands Justification for 10 New Deputy Committee Positions

Eight Johor opposition lawmakers have challenged the state government's appointment of 10 deputy committee chairmen, demanding transparency on whether the posts are necessary or merely politically motivated.

By Khairul Anuar · 24 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Johor Strengthens Administration with Deputy Exco Appointments, Says Menteri Besar

Johor's Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has defended the appointment of 10 deputy state executive councillors as a necessary step to strengthen administrative efficiency rather than expand the political structure.

By Khairul Anuar · 24 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

BN Leverages 'Johor Aura' to Sway Negri Sembilan Voters

Barisan Nasional is leveraging its strong performance in Johor to build momentum for the upcoming Negri Sembilan election, with the coalition highlighting governance successes in the neighbouring southern state.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Onn Hafiz Honors Outgoing Exco Members as Johor Reshuffles State Cabinet

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has praised four departing state executives for their service, framing the cabinet reshuffle as a necessary step toward administrative renewal and continued development.

By Khairul Anuar · 19 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Swears in Revamped Executive Council with Four Fresh Appointments

Johor has completed its state administration restructure with the swearing-in of ten executive council members, including four newcomers and six returning officials, following Barisan Nasional's decisive election win.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

10 Johor Assemblymen Sworn In As State Exco Members Following BN Election Victory

Ten Johor assemblymen have been sworn in as members of the State Executive Council before the Regent of Johor at Istana Bukit Serene, consolidating the government following Barisan Nasional's election triumph.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Tunku Mahkota Ismail Presides Over Johor State Executive Council Swearing-in

The Regent of Johor led proceedings as the state's new Executive Council members were sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene, cementing Barisan Nasional's governance mandate after securing 48 of 56 parliamentary seats.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Authorities Shut Down Network School Operations in Forest City Over Licensing Violations

Johor's Iskandar Puteri City Council has issued a stop-business notice to Network School in Forest City after discovering the institution operated from unlicensed premises and breached its business licence conditions.

By Khairul Anuar · 17 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor State Executive Council Swearing-in Pushed Back to Saturday

Johor's State Executive Council swearing-in ceremony has been postponed by one day to Saturday, with officials providing no explanation for the delay. The ceremony will take place at Istana Bukit Serene.

By Khairul Anuar · 17 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor's New Executive Council Set To Be Sworn In At Istana Bukit Serene

Johor's newly appointed State Executive Council members will take their oath of office tomorrow at Istana Bukit Serene, presided over by the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, following Barisan Nasional's decisive election victory.

By Khairul Anuar · 16 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Muhyiddin's Pagoh Seat at Risk, Warns Political Analyst Kian Ming

Former Bangi MP Kian Ming warns Muhyiddin Yassin faces unprecedented electoral vulnerability in his Pagoh stronghold, citing Bersatu's declining fortunes across Johor following the party's split from PAS.

By Khairul Anuar · 13 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Ahmad Zahid Congratulates Onn Hafiz On Appointment As Johor Menteri Besar

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has congratulated Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi on assuming office as Johor Menteri Besar, describing the appointment as a mandate to advance the state's development and stability.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor's Next Leader to Be Sworn In at Bukit Serene as Palace Maintains Secrecy

Johor's incoming Menteri Besar will be sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene today, with the palace keeping the appointee's identity under wraps until the formal ceremony begins.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Declares Monday a Public Holiday Following State Election Victory

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has declared Monday, July 13, 2026 a state public holiday, thanking citizens for participating in the 16th Johor state election where Barisan Nasional secured a commanding two-thirds majority.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Onn Hafiz Arrives at Palace for Johor Menteri Besar Swearing-In

Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the Johor BN chairman and Machap assemblyman, arrived at Istana Bukit Serene on July 12 for his swearing-in ceremony as the state's new Menteri Besar, following the coalition's commanding election win.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor's New Menteri Besar to Be Sworn In Today at Istana Bukit Serene

Johor will witness the formal appointment of its new Menteri Besar at Istana Bukit Serene this afternoon at 3pm, following Barisan Nasional's decisive election triumph that secured 48 of 56 state seats.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Pas accepts Johor election outcome as Barisan retains control

Pas and Perikatan Nasional have gracefully accepted Barisan Nasional's decisive victory in the 16th Johor state election, signaling respect for the electorate's choice and setting a cooperative tone for state politics.

By Rajesh Kumar · 11 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

BN Should Lead on Villagers' Eviction Crisis, Says Johor PKR Chief Zaliha

Johor PKR Chief Zaliha has criticised Barisan Nasional for neglecting villagers confronted with eviction notices, asserting that the ruling coalition bears primary responsibility for assisting affected residents.

By Khairul Anuar · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Muhyiddin Courts Johor Voters as Native Son, Seeking Fresh Mandate for Perikatan Nasional

Muhyiddin Yassin, invoking his identity as a Johor native and former state leader, is appealing to Johoreans to support Perikatan Nasional, framing his political career as rooted in service to ordinary citizens.

By Khairul Anuar · 10 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Pas backing for Umno in Johor is heartfelt, insists Hadi

Pas president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang has defended his party's decision to direct voter support toward Barisan Nasional candidates in Johor seats where Perikatan Nasional is not contesting, characterising the arrangement as genuine partnership.

By Rajesh Kumar · 9 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

DAP Questions Barisan's Allocation of Appointed Posts to PAS in Johor

A DAP candidate in Skudai is demanding transparency from Barisan Nasional over whether there is a secret arrangement to allocate appointed representative posts to PAS, arguing voters deserve full disclosure.

By Khairul Anuar · 6 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor BN Chief Refutes Claims of Coercion at Campaign Event

Johor's BN chief has dismissed opposition claims that technical college students were coerced into attending a campaign event, emphasizing the need for government unity after elections.

By Khairul Anuar · 6 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Nur Jazlan Denies Pas-BN Pact in Johor, Dismisses Claims of Formal Coalition

A senior Umno figure has dismissed reports of a structured alliance between Pas and Barisan Nasional in Johor, asserting that apparent cooperation reflects mutual opposition to Pakatan Harapan rather than a binding arrangement.

By Rajesh Kumar · 5 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Attributes Coalition Stance to Anti-Corruption Record

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim campaigned in Johor, contending that rival political parties are uniting against his administration because of its stringent approach to tackling corruption.

By Khairul Anuar · 5 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor's Young Voters Demand Real Solutions on Jobs, Wages, Housing, BN Warned

Johor Umno Youth chief Noor Azleen Ambros cautions that Barisan Nasional cannot rely on emotional appeals to win support from the state's young voters, who instead demand concrete policies addressing employment, wages, and affordable housing.

By Khairul Anuar · 4 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Fahmi Takes Dig at Johor MB's Campaign Energy as PH Eyes Stronger Push

Pakatan Harapan's communications director has questioned Johor menteri besar Onn Hafiz's campaign intensity, suggesting he should match the enthusiasm shown by former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin.

By Khairul Anuar · 4 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Liew urges Johor voters to reject Najib-era policies

DAP's Liew Chin Tong has appealed to Johor voters to resist a return to former premier Najib Razak's policies, arguing Malaysia must progress rather than retrace its footsteps.

By Rajesh Kumar · 4 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar Urges Substantive Action Over Rhetoric in Defending Malay Interests

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised political parties that invoke Malay supremacy rhetoric during elections while failing to protect Malay interests through concrete policies and transparent governance.

By Khairul Anuar · 4 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor PAS Rallies Behind Maharani as It Seeks to Hold Sole State Seat

Johor PAS chief Datuk Dr Mahfodz Mohamed has called on Maharani voters to support the party in retaining the constituency, which remains its sole state assembly seat from the previous Johor election.

By Rajesh Kumar · 3 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Zahid calls for focus on future as Johor campaign heats up

Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged all political parties contesting in Johor to steer clear of outdated and irrelevant matters during their campaign activities, emphasising the need for forward-looking political discourse.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Pakatan Must Field Top-Tier Candidate to Debate Onn Hafiz, KJ Says

Khairy Jamaluddin has stipulated that Pakatan Harapan must field a candidate of equivalent political standing to challenge Johor BN chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi to a public debate.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

DAP's Johor BN Support Claims Baseless, Says Ahmad Maslan

Johor Umno's second-highest ranking official has rejected Democratic Action Party assertions that Barisan Nasional's political standing in Johor is deteriorating, calling such claims without merit amid shifting political dynamics.

By Rajesh Kumar · 1 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Umno's Fazli Salleh Claims Pagoh Slipping from Muhyiddin's Grasp

An Umno lawmaker argues that his 2020 electoral victory in the Bukit Pasir constituency demonstrates that Pagoh voters no longer follow the political lead of prominent figures, challenging perceptions about the region's voting patterns.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Bersatu Deputy Confident Despite PAS Absence from Campaign Trail

Rashid Hasnon, Bersatu's second-ranked figure in Johor contesting Senggarang, remains unbothered by PAS's absence from recent Barisan Nasional gatherings, signalling fractional tensions within the coalition.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

PAS leaders' presence at BN rally signals shifting political dynamics in Batu Pahat

PAS leaders attended a Bersatu-led BN campaign event in Batu Pahat, with Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz expressing appreciation for the show of unity amid shifting coalition dynamics in the southern state.

By Khairul Anuar · 30 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Former UMNO Politician Warns Rengit Voters to Withhold Support for Barisan Until Local Grievances Addressed

A former UMNO figure has advised Rengit constituents to suspend their support for Barisan Nasional until two significant issues affecting the area are addressed, citing repeated unsuccessful appeals to the state menteri besar.

By Khairul Anuar · 30 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar denies ordering cancellation of Johor Felda Settlers' Day event

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has rejected allegations that he instructed the cancellation of Johor's Felda Settlers' Day celebration scheduled for 2026 in Kluang, addressing controversy that erupted earlier this month.

By Rajesh Kumar · 30 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

PKR Youth Questions Johor Government's Decision to Deny Anwar Use of State Facility

PKR Youth chief Kamil Munim has accused Johor's state government of denying Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim access to a government facility, raising questions about whether the menteri besar's administration is placing political considerations above collaborative governance with Putrajaya.

By Khairul Anuar · 29 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

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