Zahid expects corruption allegations to feature in Melaka polls, tells BN to fight back
AYER KEROH: Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi expects corruption allegations to feature prominently in the Melaka election campaign and has called on the coalition’s machinery to counter them.
Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, chairman of Barisan Nasional (BN), anticipates corruption allegations will be a key issue in the upcoming Melaka election campaign, according to the BN chief. Zahid, who serves as Umno president, announced at the launch of BN's election machinery that attacks on caretaker Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusof, BN, Umno, and their allies are expected to intensify as campaigning progresses.
He stated that the campaign would extend beyond physical campaigning to social media, urging members to respond to allegations on online platforms. Zahid also encouraged members to highlight the state government's achievements on social media and distribute publications detailing its performance across Melaka. He emphasized the importance of maintaining campaign integrity and refraining from spreading slander, stating that any attempts to slander BN will ultimately backfire on opponents.
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