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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.
A 68-year-old retired civil servant from Selangor spent more than RM500 from his savings to travel to Johor and support Barisan Nasional's Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi during the 16th Johor state election nomination process at Simpang Renggam.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz will contest the Machap seat in a two-way race against a Pakatan Harapan candidate, setting up a direct battle for control of one of the state's key constituencies.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi filed his nomination papers for the state election, receiving backing from senior UMNO figures including party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Sembrong MP Hishammuddin Hussein.
Leading Barisan Nasional figures converged on Simpang Renggam to visibly unite behind Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi, signalling the coalition's determination to retain control of the strategically important state amid growing electoral pressures.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed allegations that caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi was instructed not to attend a Felda settlements event, describing the reports as baseless.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denied allegations that any directive was issued to prevent Onn Hafiz from visiting Felda settlements, amid escalating political tensions between federal and state leadership.
A prominent UMNO Supreme Council member has resigned from the party, alleging that Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz functions as a compliant 'yes-man' who has compromised the party's independence in the state.
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Barisan Nasional has unveiled its 56-candidate lineup for the upcoming Johor state election, with incumbent Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz retained as the coalition's lead figure for the polls.
Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the caretaker Menteri Besar of Johor, has confirmed his intention to seek re-election in the Machap state assembly constituency in the forthcoming state polls.
Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has announced its 56 candidates for the upcoming state election, featuring experienced incumbents and fresh faces. Former health minister Adham Baba returns to contest Pasir Raja, while Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz seeks re-election in Machap.
Former Education Minister Maszlee Malik has confirmed his participation in a public debate with Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi, positioning the event as an opportunity to advance democratic discourse.
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Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has called on party members passed over for candidacy in the upcoming state election to maintain their dedication to the coalition's cause, emphasizing that selection setbacks do not diminish future opportunities.
A political analyst has cautioned Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz against drawing the royal institution into his rebuttal of political detractors, recommending instead that he demonstrate his administrative achievements and policy outcomes.
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Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz have met privately in Kulai following weeks of public tension over the state election campaign, suggesting behind-the-scenes reconciliation efforts.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has pushed back against suggestions his state administration lacks cooperation with the federal government, challenging the Prime Minister's characterisation of arrogance.
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Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has rejected Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's characterisation of Barisan Nasional's independent electoral campaign as arrogant, arguing the coalition's decision to contest alone reflects legitimate political strategy.