‘Di rumah kami cerita tentang ikan tilapia, kambing pygmy’

Calon Bersama DUN Bemban's Dr Solehin Saleh predicts victory in the four-corner contest but hands the decision to voters on November 14. Dr Solehin stated that despite different parties and political aspirations, he and his brother, Dr Akmal, who is also the Umno Youth Chief, adhere to the principle of keeping politics out of the home.

"We will put all 'political attire' outside the house," he said, referencing his father's advice and his mother's emphasis. "At home, we talk about children. Now, we talk about fish. Akmal has tilapia fish, while I have a pygmy goat that has given birth," he told FMT. Dr Solehin acknowledged Akmal's admiration as his elder brother, while the bond of love between them remains unchanged despite differing political views.

"Akmal respects me as his elder brother, and I love him as his younger sibling. Political differences among family members are not unusual," he added. Regarding the campaign in Bemban, Dr Solehin acknowledged Akmal's popularity, which helped him when he was first nominated in August. "At that time, media attention was more focused on my status as his brother," he said.

However, after nearly three months on the ground, he noted that voters started to know him through his efforts and approach. Dr Solehin did not consider Akmal's popularity a burden; rather, he acknowledged his brother's charity work for helping him connect with the community. Dr Solehin began his political journey with Bersatu in 2018 before leaving the party following the 'Sheraton Step' due to his disappointment with the political development that he deemed a betrayal of his original struggle.

He then joined Amanah before joining Bersama, which he believes offers a simpler platform by bringing together various races. Regarding the opportunity in Bemban, Dr Solehin stated that the constituency is open to all parties based on the track record of success from Barisan Nasional (BN), Pakatan Harapan (PH), and Bersatu in the past.

Among the issues raised by the residents are access to healthcare facilities, job opportunities, local development, and the lack of sports complexes for the younger generation. Dr Solehin predicts victory in the four-corner contest but hands the decision to voters on November 14. He will face Dr Yadzil Yaakub from Perikatan Nasional (PN), Rabaie Ab Hamid (Bersatu), and Abd Halim Said (independent) in the election. At the PRN Melaka 2021, Dr Yadzil won the constituency with a majority of 328 votes.