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Selangor Islamic council denies Jais ‘frame-up’ claims in Nik Nazmi’s khalwat detention, says no one is above the law

SHAH ALAM, Oct 17 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) has denied allegations that the detention of for...

Selangor Islamic council denies Jais ‘frame-up’ claims in Nik Nazmi’s khalwat detention, says no one is above the law

Selangor's Islamic Religious Council, known as Mais, has dismissed claims that the detention of former MP Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad by the Selangor Islamic Department (Jais) in a khalwat case was a "frame-up" or persecution. Datuk Salehuddin Saidin, the council's chairman, stated that Jais acted on an official complaint and strictly adhered to legal procedures, without targeting any individual.

The council emphasized that they are legally obligated to conduct thorough investigations upon receiving a complaint, and will proceed with charges in court if there is sufficient evidence. Salehuddin highlighted that the case was made public to demonstrate that Syariah laws are enforced impartially, irrespective of the individual's background or influence.

He advised the public to grant Jais ample time and space to complete its investigation and refrain from forming premature judgments that could jeopardize the fairness of the legal process.

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