ALOR SETAR: The naming of a mini stadium in Kuala Nerang near Padang Terap, which sparked controversy recently, was not done in accordance to procedures set by the state government.
Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said the matter was only discussed at the local government level and not brought up at the state executive council meeting for approval.
“The naming of all roads, parks, locations and stadiums is required to be discussed at the local government level and then brought to the state exco meeting for approval,” he told reporters after chairing the state exco meeting here today.
He was asked to comment on the naming of Stadium Mini Ffira Mikah in Kuala Nerang, alleged to be Padang Terap district officer Hakim Ariff Md Noor’s name spelt backwards, that went viral on social media recently.
The state government then ordered that the name of the stadium be changed to resolve the controversy.
Asked if action would be taken against the district officer, Sanusi said the matter had been left to the state government secretary to decide.
“New names have been suggested (for the stadium) at the exco meeting for approval.
“I don’t think he will use the same name because I wouldn’t agree to that name if I’m asked,” he said.