Azmin’s gang adds no value to Muafakat Nasional, says Nur Jazlan

Mohd Farhan Darwis Mohd Farhan Darwis Updated 3 years ago · Published on 2 Aug 2020 7:00AM · 8 Comments

Former Pulai MP Nur Jazlan Mohamed says Bersatu is weak in Johor as it lacks the machinery and grassroots strength. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Nazir Sufari, August 2, 2020.

MOHAMED Azmin Ali’s group of 10 MPs, otherwise known as G10, does not add value to Muafakat Nasional (MN), said Nur Jazlan Mohamed.

The Johor Umno deputy chairman told The Malaysian Insight that the group lacks strength because it moves without a party.

“In the face of the general election, the ones that is strong is MN and Bersatu. Azmin’s group looks strong now but it has not been tested in an election.

“They don’t have a party and cannot strengthen MN. They are looking for a place in the parties.”

The former deputy home minister said negotiations for the distribution of seats would also be difficult for the group as other parties would find it difficult to give in.

It’s hard for PAS and Umno, as the parties are more influential because they have existed far longer and expect to get the support of voters.

“Who should give in? MN or Bersatu, or Azmin’s group? I hope the discussion on the distribution of seats at the central level takes into account that factor.”

The former Pulai MP said he is also worried that the Johor Umno grassroots would reject it if the distribution of seats is done badly.

He warns the situation will give an advantage to the opponent.

“I hope it will not cause a situation whereby PAS or Umno members will go and create three-cornered fights.”

Although they’re supposed to have joined Bersatu following the February coup, Azmin’s right-hand man, Zuraida Kamaruddin, said the group has yet to join the splinter Umno party.

The former PKR vice-president also said the group is not forming a new party.

Bersatu and Umno are also considering a new direction after former prime minister Najib Razak was found guilty of seven charges related to the misappropriation of SRC International funds.

Najib was sentenced to 12 years’ jail and fined RM210 million after being found guilty of abusing his power in receiving RM42 million in funds from SRC International in 2014 and 2015 last Tuesday.

As a result, Umno said it would not join Perikatan Nasional, instead focusing on MN with PAS.

However, Umno, which has many ministers and deputy ministers in Muhyiddin Yassin’s cabinet, still supports the PN government.

Bersatu sources said the party is also ready to join MN that targets a majority of Malay voters.

Commenting on the situation, Nur Jazlan said Bersatu is unstable at the grassroots level and is worried that it would affect MN’s chances in Johor.

“Bersatu is also quite weak in all places in Johor. If they want seats, but there is no good machinery and candidate to ensure victory… Pakatan Harapan will win later.

“We do not want the MN understanding to be wasted by Bersatu and its candidates, that is why the distribution of seats must be done carefully, in every parliamentary and state constituency.”

Nur Jazlan also said Bersatu needs to resolve its internal crisis before MN will accept it.

“Bersatu, the newly formed party in 2017, has no track record and is too dependent on PKR and DAP under PH.

“Even their leadership is still not finalised as they have not held their party elections. At the lower level, the scramble for positions at the grassroots level took place, there were many clashes.”

Nur Jazlan added that the problem will cause its candidates to lose in elections.

“A few members, a few supporters, grabbed the post of division head. Wanting to enter the general election, they also have problems wanting to be candidates.

“The wounds of this election will be brought to the general election.”

Therefore, Bersatu must first solve its internal problems before soliciting MN support.

“If Bersatu itself cannot strengthen the party after three years and they’re now in government, it is not logical for PN to be formally formed.

“We want to make sure we get a political solution so that we can win maximum seats.” – August 2, 2020.

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  • Why differ, quarrel, and fight for seats if muafakat, perikatan and berjuang kerana ugama bangsa dan negara is the agenda

    Posted 3 years ago by Zainuddin Yusoff · Reply

  • All are from the same race and religion. Get rid of the bad hats, heavy weight corruptors, light weight thieves and monsters robbers first before even think of GE 15. They're bunch of robbers, traitors and self enrichment lots. Where do the declared millions come from? Where are the undeclared m

    Posted 3 years ago by Zainuddin Yusoff · Reply

  • Whether PH , BN or PN , non can change much in policies favoring the Malays. Because. Malay voters are the biggest customers base in an election. Most importantly, get rid of the corrupted leaders whether from UmNo or PAS or any political party. The the public will trust that political party. Malay Voters may want to choose MN but with all the known corrupted leaders helming UMNO and PAS, voters have their doubt to vote. The have to consider economic , financial and country impact in long term with this kind of corrupted leaders. They are selfish and greedy. Takes billion into their pockets and give away million to the political dependents. Eventually only the Malay political Lords are rich, not the mass volume if ordinary Malays.

    Posted 3 years ago by James Wong · Reply

  • Azmin's group is not relevant, Bersatu is also irrelevant. Muafakat is clearly a closed though and is for certain people only. What a screwed up consensus ideology!

    Amidst the hostility from UMNO, Muhyiddin's premiership for sure will be a short-lived one.

    Posted 3 years ago by Tanahair Ku · Reply

  • Nur Jazlan is so right.

    Posted 3 years ago by Elyse Gim · Reply

  • Just say it loud ... we only need Bersatu and Azmin & gang temporarily so that we can be in power and govern until we dont need them anymore ... which is quite soon

    Posted 3 years ago by NA Bayezid · Reply

  • Hello Jazlan, look at your own party. Your leadership is filled with alleged and convicted felons and yet UMNO members continue to support them. What does it say about the principles and morals the party promotes? What kind of values does your party uphold? UMNO's reputation has been greatly compromised. It is no longer the brand name that can be trusted to rule the country and uphold the rule of law etc...

    You second echelon leaders need to rise to the fore and force the old warlords into retirement either at home or Sungei Buloh. This is the only way to restore UMNO to its glory days

    Posted 3 years ago by Super Duper · Reply

  • Poor Azmin not wanted nor required anymore, fall out of favour for the one time jewel of PKR. Azmin I am from your area and my vote this time around is not for a frog like you. Same goes to your comrade Lady Z who was given an coal shoulder in BA so mark my word you two will pay the price.

    Posted 3 years ago by Teruna Kelana · Reply