Jalur Gemilang on his wheelchair: 70-year-old defies hip injury to cast ballot in Melaka

Melaka, November 14 — Despite being confined to a wheelchair due to a hip injury sustained 16 years ago, a 70-year-old man named Yusof Taib made a determined effort to exercise his democratic right during today's Melaka State Election. The Melaka native, who relies on the Jalur Gemilang-adorned wheelchair for mobility, participated in the voting process at Sekolah Kebangsaan Jalan Datuk Palembang in Bukit Baru.

He completed his task around 8 am, receiving assistance from media personnel who helped him return to his home in nearby Lorong Kaloi.

Yusof emphasized the importance of every eligible voter casting their ballots and urged them to play a role in shaping Melaka's future. He expressed optimism that the elected leaders would bring about progress and continued welfare for the state's people. Born in Kampung Paya Ikan, Yusof has been using a wheelchair since a fall left him with a severe hip injury requiring two metal rods and eight screws to stabilize it.

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