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Johor's State Executive Council swearing-in ceremony has been postponed by one day to Saturday, following the confirmation of Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi's second term after Barisan Nasional's decisive election victory.
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 strong election mandate.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has launched a direct appeal to the state's security personnel, urging them to cast their votes for Barisan Nasional in upcoming early voting scheduled for July 7.
Johor's state election dialogue will proceed July 7 without Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi, who has other scheduled commitments. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and PH candidate Dr Maszlee Malik are expected to attend.
Malaysia's state broadcaster RTM has offered to host a live televised dialogue between Johor's incumbent Menteri Besar and the Pakatan Harapan candidate, with the election just weeks away.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has acknowledged the unpredictability of the Machap constituency contest, signalling he will not underestimate rivals despite his bid for a second term in the July 11 state election.
A 68-year-old retiree from Selangor journeyed to Johor, spending over RM500 from his personal savings to support Barisan Nasional's Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi during the state election nomination process.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi will defend his Machap seat against a sole PH rival in a direct two-way race, with both coalitions fielding single candidates in what analysts view as a consolidated electoral contest.
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Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi filed his nomination for the Machap constituency, signalling BN's determination in the upcoming state elections with senior party figures demonstrating unified support.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi filed his nomination for the state election at Simpang Renggam, accompanied by senior UMNO leaders including party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and MP Hishammuddin Hussein.
Senior Barisan Nasional figures descended on Simpang Renggam District Council to visibly endorse Johor Chief Minister Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, projecting party unity and organisational strength in the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected allegations that caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi was prevented from attending an event at Felda settlements, characterising the claims as unfounded.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected allegations that official directives were issued to prevent Onn Hafiz's entry to Felda settlements, addressing escalating political friction within government structures.
Johor's caretaker menteri besar has firmly rejected suggestions that the Regent ordered the June 1 dissolution of the state assembly, insisting the decision originated from his own political judgment.
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Barisan Nasional has unveiled 56 candidates for the upcoming Johor election, with Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Md Yaff spearheading the coalition's campaign in the southern state.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi will stand for re-election in his Machap constituency. The decision comes as the state prepares for polling that could reshape its political landscape.
Barisan Nasional leadership in Johor has emphatically ruled out sharing power with rival parties, declaring its intention to command a majority government unilaterally following the upcoming state election.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has clarified that no formal directives prevent caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz from visiting Federal Land Development Authority settlements in the state.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has called on Barisan Nasional members excluded from the candidate list to maintain their commitment to the coalition's mission, emphasizing that selection setbacks need not end political careers.
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Onn Hafiz distances himself from assumption that prominent campaign roles lead directly to high office, hinting at intricate Johor political calculations beyond electoral visibility.
Johor's BN coalition is preparing to unveil its complete candidate slate for the state election this Saturday, marking a final push toward formal campaigning after finalising its selection process.
A political analyst has counselled Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz to defend his record through tangible accomplishments rather than drawing the royal institution into partisan political disagreements.
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Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz held a meeting in Kulai to address tensions that emerged publicly during campaign discussions, signalling efforts to maintain coalition unity.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz held their first in-person meeting since a public online dispute, maintaining professional courtesy despite underlying tensions between the DAP leader and state leadership.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has pushed back against suggestions that his state government has been uncooperative with Putrajaya, defending his administration's track record of working with federal authorities on key policy matters.
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Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has pushed back against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's characterisation of Barisan Nasional's decision to contest the upcoming Johor state elections independently, defending the coalition's electoral strategy.