Radzi, Peja take over Bersatu deputy president role

 Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin says it was a unanimous decision by members of the Supreme Council who attended a special meeting this morning.

Bersatu’s Supreme Council convened a special meeting at party president Muhyiddin Yassin’s residence in Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, this morning.

PETALING JAYA:

 Bersatu has appointed vice-presidents Radzi Jidin and Ahmad Faizal Azumu to carry out the duties of deputy president following the sacking of Hamzah Zainudin from both the post and the party.

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin said it was a unanimous decision by members of the Supreme Council who attended a special meeting held at his residence in Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, this morning.

“I hereby call on all Bersatu members to remain calm while the leadership team, together with me, steers the party back onto its original path of serving and defending the rakyat,” he said in a statement.

He said the meeting focused on measures to strengthen Bersatu following disciplinary actions against certain party members, with the Supreme Council agreeing to continue supporting the party’s mission, reinforce unity among members, and prepare for the 16th general election (GE16).

Hamzah, who is also opposition leader, was among 17 Bersatu leaders reported to have been sacked from the party yesterday.

Muhyiddin said the disciplinary actions, which were not taken lightly, followed due process in accordance with Bersatu’s constitution to ensure the party remains stable and resilient.

“These actions are not taken lightly, especially when they involve senior party leaders.

“Before any disciplinary action was taken, efforts were made to find common ground and preserve unity within the party through a series of meetings and discussions. Unfortunately, these efforts were unsuccessful,” he said.

He said there were individuals who continually sabotaged the party, aiming to divide it and derail its mission.

“As the president and founder of Bersatu, I have a responsibility to ensure the party remains strong and true to its founding principles. Those of us who have been involved in Bersatu since its inception cannot stand by and watch the party be undermined by irresponsible actors,” he said.

Muhyiddin also said that he had approached the issues of internal sabotage and mounting pressures within the party with restraint and prudence.

“I even included in the party leadership individuals whom I knew opposed me. I acted in good faith to ensure that Bersatu remains united, strong, and able to achieve its noble objectives.

“Regrettably, my efforts have not been appreciated. Instead, actions that contravene the party constitution and discipline have continued,” he said.

“If left unchecked, such behaviour would damage the party and disappoint members who remain loyal to its cause.” - FMT