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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has congratulated Onn Hafiz Ghazi on becoming Johor's new Menteri Besar, expressing confidence in his leadership following Barisan Nasional's commanding two-thirds majority in state elections.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has been reappointed as Johor Menteri Besar following Barisan Nasional's commanding 48-seat victory in the 16th state election, strengthening his mandate to advance the state's development agenda.
Johor's new Menteri Besar will take the oath of office this afternoon at Istana Bukit Serene, following BN's sweeping victory in yesterday's state election that delivered 48 of 56 seats.
Pakatan Harapan has affirmed that the Sultan of Johor retains constitutional authority to appoint the state's next Menteri Besar, sidestepping speculation about potential candidates ahead of the July 11 election.
Caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned against complacency in the July 11 Johor state election, noting the unpredictable nature of the contest as he pursues a second term in office.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has rejected assertions by Datuk Dr Mohd Puad Zarkashi that palace authorities directed the dissolution of Johor's state assembly.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has signalled that royal advice will serve as a performance benchmark for the state administration, emphasising the importance of sustained effort rather than satisfaction with current standing.
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Johor's Pakatan Harapan coalition has distanced itself from questions about the menteri besar position, insisting its priority remains economic recovery and strict observance of the state constitution.
Pakatan Harapan has made clear it will not be forced into prematurely naming a menteri besar candidate for Johor's upcoming state election, resisting external pressure from political opponents.
Pakatan Harapan is prioritising securing victory in the Johor state election before naming its Menteri Besar candidate, with the top leadership to decide on the appointment afterwards.
PKR's Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has challenged Johor's Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi over what she describes as a contradictory position regarding the timing of menteri besar candidate announcements ahead of state elections.
Pakatan Harapan has committed to upholding the Sultan of Johor's constitutional authority to appoint the Menteri Besar, shifting focus to policy rather than candidacy ahead of state elections.
Johor's current Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has stressed that becoming a prominent public figure offers no guarantee of ascending to the state's highest executive position. He underlines that the Sultan's blessing remains the decisive factor.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has pushed back against assertions that his administration refuses to cooperate with the federal government, questioning whether responding to constituents' concerns constitutes obstinacy.