Faishal Ibrahim in discussions to return to academia with NUS

Former acting minister-in-charge of Muslim affairs Faishal Ibrahim is said to be in talks with the National University of Singapore regarding a return to academia, according to an NUS spokesperson's statement on August 24. This news emerged in response to inquiries from The Straits Times. Faishal's discussions with the university came about a month after he resigned from his political role and position as an MP on July 20, following a "lapse of judgment" in his handling of interactions with a public member.

He was subsequently succeeded as acting minister by Zaqy Mohamad. Faishal previously served as an associate professor in NUS's real estate department before his political career, and was elected as a parliamentary secretary for transport in 2012. Hailing from an academic background, Faishal had earned a doctorate in management sciences through an NUS scholarship and held various academic positions prior to entering politics.

He was elected into the PAP's Marine Parade Group Representation Constituency (GRC) in 2006, holding the seat for three consecutive terms until his political resignation. Faishal was re-elected for a fourth term during the May 2025 General Election, where his team secured an uncontested victory.