PM congratulates BN, thanks voters

 

The PM thanked voters for their support and the party leadership, machinery and workers for their hard work which brought BN victory.

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has congratulated Barisan Nasional (BN) for its victory in the Johor state election yesterday.

“Congratulations to Barisan Nasional on its win in #PRNJohor (Johor state election),” said the Umno vice-president in a post on his Facebook last night.

He also thanked voters for their support and the party leadership, machinery and workers for their hard work which brought BN victory.

“The time has come for Johor to enjoy stability for the sake of the people’s future!” he said.

Based on official results, BN obtained more than a two-thirds majority winning 40 seats seats to form the state government.

A total of 56 seats were up for grabs in the polls.

The state assembly was dissolved on Jan 22 and nominations were held on Feb 26. - FMT