Bersama suspends Nik Nazmi for 3 months over khalwat case
KUALA LUMPUR: Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) has suspended its co-founder Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad from all official party activities for three months.
Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) has suspended co-founder Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad for three months over a khalwat case. The suspension began on October 20 and will last until January 19, 2027. This decision came after Nik Nazmi admitted to being detained by religious authorities on suspicion of close proximity in Petaling Jaya on October 15.
Bersama president Syukri Razab stated that the party took the matter seriously and valued maintaining the party's integrity, credibility, and public confidence. Syukri emphasized that the decision was necessary and reasonable while acknowledging Nik Nazmi's contributions to the party since its relaunch in May. Nik Nazmi, a former minister, admitted to being detained with a woman but denied any indecent acts.
He apologized to his wife, family, Bersama members, and supporters, expressing regret for his lapse in judgment and promising to cooperate with any legal proceedings.
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