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Johor DAP Rallies Behind Loke Despite Negeri Sembilan Electoral Setback

Johor DAP has declared unwavering support for party secretary-general Anthony Loke to remain as leader, despite Pakatan Harapan's poor showing in the Negeri Sembilan state election where Loke lost his own seat.

By Aisyah Razak · 2 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Strengthens Administration with Deputy Exco Appointments, Says Menteri Besar

Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has defended the appointment of 10 deputy state executive councillors, clarifying that the move strengthens administrative capacity rather than expanding political positions or government bureaucracy.

By Aisyah Razak · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Opposition Questions Logic Behind 10 Deputy Committee Posts

Eight Johor opposition lawmakers have challenged the state government's creation of 10 deputy committee chairman positions, questioning whether the expansion serves genuine administrative needs or political motives.

By Aisyah Razak · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Barisan Nasional Taps Johor's Electoral Success to Rally Negri Sembilan Voters

Barisan Nasional is attempting to replicate Johor's electoral momentum in the Negri Sembilan state contest, with the coalition citing the southern state's political success as evidence of its renewed credibility.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Onn Hafiz Acknowledges Outgoing Exco Members as Johor Completes Administrative Reshuffle

Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has formally acknowledged the contributions of four outgoing state executive council members following a reshuffle that retained six incumbents while introducing four new faces to the administration.

By Aisyah Razak · 19 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Ten Johor Assemblymen Sworn In As State Executive Council Members

Ten Johor state assemblymen were sworn in as members of the State Executive Council at Istana Bukit Serene, following Barisan Nasional's commanding victory in the recent state elections.

By Aisyah Razak · 18 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Tunku Mahkota Ismail Presides Over Johor State Executive Council Swearing-In

The Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Johor's new State Executive Council at Istana Bukit Serene following Barisan Nasional's commanding electoral victory.

By Aisyah Razak · 18 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor State Executive Council Swearing-in Moved to Saturday

Johor's State Executive Council swearing-in ceremony has been delayed by one day, moving from Friday to Saturday at Istana Bukit Serene in Johor Bahru, though authorities offered no explanation for the change.

By Aisyah Razak · 17 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor's New Executive Council Set for Ceremonial Swearing-In at Palace

Johor's newly constituted State Executive Council is poised to be formally sworn in at the Regent's palace, marking the beginning of the administration's fresh mandate after Barisan Nasional's decisive election win.

By Aisyah Razak · 16 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Ahmad Zahid Congratulates Onn Hafiz On Johor MB Appointment

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has congratulated Onn Hafiz Ghazi on his appointment as Johor Menteri Besar, calling it a mandate to advance the state. The BN chairman expressed confidence in Onn Hafiz's leadership capabilities.

By Aisyah Razak · 12 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Onn Hafiz Sworn in as Johor Menteri Besar Following BN's Commanding Election Victory

Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi was sworn in as Johor Menteri Besar on July 12, cementing Barisan Nasional's commanding position after winning 48 of 56 seats in the recent state election.

By Aisyah Razak · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor's New Menteri Besar to be Sworn In at Istana Bukit Serene

Johor's new Menteri Besar will be officially sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene this afternoon, marking the culmination of Barisan Nasional's decisive electoral triumph that secured 48 of 56 state seats.

By Aisyah Razak · 12 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

PKR Accuses Barisan Nasional of Abandoning Johor Villagers Facing Eviction

Johor PKR's leadership has attacked the Barisan Nasional coalition for neglecting villagers confronted with eviction orders, arguing the ruling coalition should have intervened first rather than leaving residents to fend for themselves.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Muhyiddin Appeals to Johor Voters on Home Ground, Framing PN as Party of the People

Muhyiddin Yassin, leveraging his background as former Johor menteri besar and current Bersatu president, is appealing directly to Johorean voters to support Perikatan Nasional, framing the coalition as worthy of another electoral opportunity.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Give PH A Chance, Hannah Urges Pekan Nanas Voters

DAP deputy secretary-general Hannah Yeoh has appealed to voters in the Pekan Nanas state constituency to support Pakatan Harapan's candidate Yeo Tung Siong, stressing that strong voter participation will be essential in determining the outcome of the contest against incumbent Tan Eng Meng.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

DAP Queries BN's Allocation of Appointed Posts to PAS in Johor

A Skudai candidate from DAP has questioned whether BN is secretly allocating appointed positions to PAS, demanding transparency on five available posts in Johor.

By Aisyah Razak · 6 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor BN Chief Denies Claims of Coerced TVET Attendance at Party Event

Johor's BN leadership has dismissed accusations that vocational students were forced to attend a party event, with the state chief emphasising cross-party cooperation regardless of electoral outcomes.

By Aisyah Razak · 6 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

PKR Youth Questions Johor Government's Denial of Facility to Anwar

PKR Youth has raised concerns after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was reportedly denied access to a Johor government facility, with the party questioning whether the state administration is prioritising political divisions over working with Putrajaya.

By Aisyah Razak · 6 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor PN Chief Says Grassroots Bond With PAS Remains Strong Despite Leadership Rift

Despite tensions at the national level, grassroots members of Bersatu and PAS continue working together, according to Johor PN chief Dr Sahruddin Jamal, who is receiving campaign support for the Bukit Kepong seat.

By Aisyah Razak · 5 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Nur Jazlan clarifies Johor politics: PAS and BN share no formal pact, only opposition to Pakatan Harapan

A senior Umno leader has dismissed reports of a PAS-BN agreement in Johor, clarifying that any apparent alignment stems from both parties opposing Pakatan Harapan in electoral contests.

By Rajesh Kumar · 5 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar urges Johor voters to give PH a chance

Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has made a direct appeal to Johor voters, asking them to support the coalition's bid to take control of the state and address longstanding governance challenges.

By Rajesh Kumar · 5 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

TVET Commission to be established by year-end, says Ahmad Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Commission will be established by year-end to strengthen Malaysia's TVET ecosystem and replace the existing council.

By Aisyah Razak · 5 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

PH Must Field Prospective Menteri Besar to Debate Onn Hafiz, Says KJ

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has set conditions for any debate between Pakatan Harapan and Johor's top BN figure, demanding PH field a candidate of equivalent political standing.

By Aisyah Razak · 5 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor Youth Demand Practical Policies on Employment and Housing, Not Sentiment

Johor Umno Youth leader Noor Azleen Ambros warns Barisan Nasional that appealing to young voters through sentiment will backfire, urging the coalition to prioritise tangible policies on employment, wage growth, and affordable housing.

By Aisyah Razak · 4 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Fahmi urges KJ to channel his campaign fervour toward backing Onn Hafiz in Johor

Pakatan Harapan's communications director Fahmi Fadzil has called on Khairy Jamaluddin to redirect his evident campaign vigour toward strengthening Johor menteri besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi's standing, suggesting a coordination gap in the coalition's Johor strategy.

By Aisyah Razak · 4 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor PAS makes final push to retain only state seat in Maharani

Johor PAS chief Datuk Dr Mahfodz Mohamed is urging Maharani voters to help the party defend the constituency, its only state seat victory from the previous Johor election.

By Rajesh Kumar · 4 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor Umno Dismisses Predictions of Poor Election Performance

Johor Umno's information chief has dismissed predictions that Barisan Nasional will win fewer than 40 state assembly seats, characterising such claims as detached political rhetoric rather than factual analysis.

By Rajesh Kumar · 3 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Johor's Development Is Balanced, Not Uneven, Says Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has rejected allegations of lopsided development in the state, asserting that a comprehensive economic transformation plan guides balanced growth across all districts and benefits all residents.

By Aisyah Razak · 3 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Muar district office clarifies stance on PM Anwar's access to government complex

The Muar district office has denied allegations that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was prevented from using a government complex for a community programme last month, amid speculation over the conduct of officials during election preparations.

By Rajesh Kumar · 2 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Johor Bersatu Deputy Shows Confidence Despite PAS Presence at BN Rally

Johor Bersatu's second-ranking official Rashid Hasnon, campaigning in Senggarang, has downplayed the significance of PAS members attending a Barisan Nasional event, signalling confidence within the coalition.

By Aisyah Razak · 1 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

DAP's Claims of Johor BN Weakness Lack Foundation, Says Ahmad Maslan

Johor Umno's deputy chairman has dismissed assertions by DAP that Barisan Nasional's grip on the state is loosening, insisting the coalition remains stable despite recent political shifts.

By Rajesh Kumar · 1 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar defends housing project announcement amid election law scrutiny

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the Housing and Local Government Ministry's announcement of a Johor project, asserting that the Budget 2026 allocation does not constitute a breach of election law despite ongoing political scrutiny.

By Aisyah Razak · 30 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Distances Himself From Johor Felda Settlers' Day Cancellation Directive

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has categorically denied issuing any instruction to cancel the 2026 Johor Felda Settlers' Day celebration scheduled for Kluang, distancing himself from the controversial decision announced earlier this month.

By Rajesh Kumar · 30 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Secret Umno-PAS Talks Fuelled False Confidence, Leaving BN in Vulnerable Position

Former Johor assembly speaker Datuk Mohd Puad Zarkashi has alleged that confidential negotiations between Umno and PAS fostered unwarranted optimism within the BN coalition, ultimately undermining its political standing.

By Aisyah Razak · 29 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Gerakan Takes Disciplinary Action Against Johor Chapter Over Unilateral Poll Withdrawal

Gerakan has suspended its Johor chapter for independently deciding to withdraw from state elections without consulting party leadership, according to secretary-general Wong Chia Zhen.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

PKR Cautions Umno Against Assuming Top Job in Johor Leadership Race

PKR Youth leadership has once again signalled that Umno's preferred candidate may not automatically secure the chief minister position in Johor, emphasising instead that voters should focus on which coalition offers superior economic governance.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Pakatan's youngest candidate Danish Hossman follows PM Anwar's lead in Johor Lama contest

Pakatan Harapan's youngest candidate Danish Hossman is emulating Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's principles as he campaigns for the Johor Lama parliamentary seat, reflecting broader coalition strategy ahead of crucial state contest.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Former DAP Representative Alleges Secret Coalition Deal Between BN and PN in Johor

A former DAP representative has alleged that Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional maintain a covert understanding to establish a combined state government in Johor, potentially steering the state towards more conservative governance.

By Aisyah Razak · 27 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Onn Hafiz Makes Machap Bid with Top UMNO Allies at His Side

Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi has officially filed his nomination to contest the Machap state seat, accompanied by prominent UMNO figures signalling party unity ahead of the election.

By Aisyah Razak · 27 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

BN Shows Unity Behind Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ahead of State Election

Barisan Nasional senior figures converged on Simpang Renggam to throw their weight behind Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, signalling the coalition's determination to retain control of the state.

By Aisyah Razak · 27 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar Rejects Claims of Onn Hafiz Exclusion from Felda Gathering

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed allegations that caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi was barred from a Felda settlements gathering, refuting claims of deliberate exclusion.

By Aisyah Razak · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

BN confident in defending and reclaiming Johor seats through unified campaign machinery

Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has expressed confidence that Barisan Nasional can retain the Kota Iskandar state seat and recapture lost seats in Iskandar Puteri through improved coordination and unity across party structures.

By Aisyah Razak · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Johor BN Pledges 200,000 Jobs and RM100m in Housing and Education Support

Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has launched its election manifesto, committing to generate 200,000 quality employment opportunities and allocate RM100 million towards housing and education initiatives for the state.

By Aisyah Razak · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

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