CM’s office denies Rauf signed dissolution order
The chief minister’s office says a viral WhatsApp message claiming Ab Rauf Yusoh had signed the state assembly dissolution order is fake.
The Melaka state assembly's current term is set to conclude in December, barring an earlier dissolution. (Source: Bernama)
PETAJING JAYA, Malaysia: The chief minister's office for Melaka has debunked a circulating WhatsApp message alleging that chief minister Ab Rauf Yusoh signed a dissolution order today. Media communications head Norhafizah Sati confirmed the message as false and cautioned the public and media against accepting unverified information.
"I have not been informed of any meeting between the chief minister and the Yang Dipertua Negeri of Melaka today," she stated, urging anyone handling such matters to await official communication from the chief minister's office. The viral message falsely claimed Rauf had signed the assembly dissolution document alongside Yang Dipertua Negeri Ali Rustam this morning.
Barisan Nasional, spearheaded by Rauf, secured victory in the 2021 state election, winning 21 of the 28 seats. Pakatan Harapan claimed five seats, while Perikatan Nasional claimed two. The Melaka state assembly's term ends in December, unless it is dissolved earlier. If dissolved, new elections must be conducted within 60 days.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Politics : Melaka CM's Office Denies Ab Rauf Signed DUN Dissolution Document Today bernama.com
- CM’s office denies Rauf signed dissolution order freemalaysiatoday.com
