LEADERS who are “loud-mouthed”, especially those who broach the issues of race, religion and royalty (3Rs), must be prepared to face strict action from the authorities, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said.

Saifuddin said Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor had disrespected the sultan of Selangor and insulted political opponents, which was unbecoming of an Islamic leader.

“The inspector-general of police has informed me that 30 police reports have been lodged against Muhammad Sanusi,” Saifuddin said last night in Penang.

“The reports involve a number of topics, including with regard to insulting the sultan of Selangor. The police have seven days to complete the investigation before handing it over to the attorney-general. The investigation is ongoing and I have full confidence (in the authorities) to take appropriate action”

Saifuddin said the Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and IGP had repeatedly warned people against broaching the 3Rs but Sanusi had chosen to ignore the warnings.

“The latest report (involving Muhammad Sanusi) is quite significant so decisive action needs to be taken, otherwise, the impact will be huge,” he said, adding that he believed that the majority of the people were also unhappy with the behaviour of certain quarters, which could cause unrest and conflict. – Bernama, July 15, 2023.