Datuk Seri Najib Razak greets his supporters outside the Federal Court in Putrajaya, August 23, 2022. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 — Opposition party members today celebrated the Federal Court’s decision to uphold scandalous former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s 12-year jail sentence.
Calling it a “new beginning” for Malaysia, DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke expressed his joy on Facebook, saying that today is a victory for all Malaysians who dared to change history on the 14th general election that took place on May 9, 2018.
“Today’s Federal Court decision is also a victory for the country’s democratic system. This decision is a warning to all political leaders given power and mandate by the people to never misuse power to enrich oneself.
“Even the most powerful person such as the prime minister can be brought down by the people and face court judgment,” he said.
Similarly, Klang MP Charles Santiago praised Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat and the five-member panel for upholding rule of law and independence of the judiciary.
“Many thanks to the bench and especially the chief justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, for not wavering despite the delay tactics, attempts to recuse her and the threats to her life. It’s a good day today.
“While history will remember the five-member bench, it will also not forget the unscrupulous behaviour of Najib Razak’s lawyers, who abused the court process to buy time,” he said, adding that they must be investigated for judicial misconduct.
Lawyer and DAP man Syahredzan Johan reminded Malaysians of their significance and power as voters.
“Remember that if you did not vote for change, we would not be here today. Remember, your vote in 2018 was not for nothing.
“Thank you, Malaysians. Remember, the power of the people,” he said in a tweet.
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