Hannah Yeoh: My views on Najib’s pardon given honestly

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 16 — Hannah Yeoh, the Minister in the Prime Minister's Department responsible for Federal Territories, shared her personal views on former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak's pardon application during the Pardons Board meeting held on Sept 11. She clarified her stance after the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister's Department, under the purview of Azalina Othman Said, announced the deferment of the decision to the Pardons Board for a later session.

In her statement, Hannah emphasized that her remarks were made honestly and in the best interest of the nation, stating, "I expressed my views honestly and candidly, guided by my conscience and in the country’s interest." Hannah pointed out that under Article 42 of the Federal Constitution, the ultimate authority and final decision on the matter lie with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

She reiterated, "Certainly, in accordance with Article 42 of the Federal Constitution, the authority and final decision lie with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, including the decision to defer any ruling regarding Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s pardon."