'KANGKUNG WARS' BEGIN: Mukhriz reprimanded as Najib 'elements' in Umno rush out to contain Dr M factions

Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir has been told not to speak publicly of his dissatisfaction with the party but to use the proper channels, said Umno secretary-general Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor.

"I told him that this was not right as it would jeopardise the party," said Tengku Adnan.

Mukhriz had expressed concern that Barisan Nasional might lose in the 14th general election if Putrajaya continued implementing unpopular decisions.

"Defeat is a real possibility if Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak continues with his present policy of correct but unpopular decisions, especially on issues concerning the rising cost of living," Mukhriz, who is also the Kedah menteri besar, had said.

Tengku Adnan said he had a talk with Mukhriz  and told him not to use the press to air his grouses with the party.  - TMI