The Negeri Sembilan state assembly has 36 seats.
Actual results:
BN 18 seats + PN 7 seats = 25 seats
PH 11 seats
Ilham Centre’s prediction:
- BN-PN: 22 seats
- PH: 9 seats
- Five seats too close to call
Ong Kian Ming’s prediction:
- BN-PN: 23-25 seats
- PH: 11-13 seats (including PKR one seat)
Pas campaigner Abdul Rahman Kasim’s prediction:
BN-PN 22-25 seats (including PN 5-8 seats)
Claude AI:
- BN-PN: 23 seats
- PH: 13 seats
Claude: “That’s my final call, but going into polling day tomorrow, this is a prediction, not a result. Malaysian state elections have humbled forecasters before, particularly when Malay-vote turnout differentials do something the models didn’t expect.”
One grey area: what will be the impact of the revelations in the Tabung Haji royal commission report?
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Amanah president Mohamad Sabu said the RCI report on Tabung Haji revealed that then minister in charge of Islamic affairs Mujahid Rawa and then finance minister Lim Guan Eng were among those who helped save Tabung Haji.
Even you reveal 2mdb now also won’t alter the momentum of people rejecting PKR and Anwar.
He is this kind of unpopular right now.
Any party or people associate with PKR or Anwar will face the rejection as well. See how DAP Anthony Loke defeated in NS election.
Next GE results will be more horrible for DAP if they still partnering with PKR Anwar.
Gerakan K to accelerate more momentum for Dom Lau to secure a Minister post after GE16, in charge of non Bumi affairs for peaceful halal environment???
Hard to say but Gerakan surely will gain from blue wave blowing sweeping across Sabah, Johore and Negeri Sembilan.
Some may see it as a political vendetta by PH against Umno, but the public and stakeholders are also keenly interested to know how 13billion ringgit has magically disappeared or mismanaged or siphoned.
The point is huge sum of national funds have gone missing since the 1980s and our politicians had done nothing to stop the act or come out with strict laws to punish or recover the losses. Imagine discount being given to deferential political personalities.
Anwar Ibrahim menegaskan kerajaan akan terus membongkar isu-isu berkaitan Felda sebaik sahaja selesai meneliti penyelewengan membabitkan Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH).
Bercakap di Melaka hari ini, Presiden PKR itu menjelaskan isu tersebut mendapat perhatian dan penekanan daripada Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim.
Former religious affairs minister Jamil Khir Baharom has been remanded for five days to assist in an MACC investigation linked to the Tabung Haji royal commission of inquiry.
We need to remind ourselves that as per our WINNING HADI, having corrupted Muslim leaders is more important than clean NM leaders…
Former PKR vice-president Chua Tian Chang, better known as Tian Chua, has expressed his readiness to return to the party after attending its annual congress.
Tian Chua told The Star that he was prepared to rejoin his former party, adding that the final decision rests with PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
PKR trying to copy UMNO hoping to get similar result. Whatever for ? They are suppose to be part of the federal government. Their leader is the PM.
Can’t remember why Tian Chua left the political party in the first place. Do you know ?
Umno & PAS are sidetracking the issue to divert Malay’s attention from Tabung Haji scandal by pointing to DAP?
One month no update from Anil. Hope to see his comment on this TH and Felda cases.
Anil how now outsourced writing to his resident writer Rakyat 8. Although it would be great if we get writings of tunglang on nostalgic Penang.
PAS should be at the forefront fighting corruption and leakages. But till now, PAS is silent as a mouse re TH, FELDA, 1MDB, etc etc. Shame on PAS.
Those who join PAS and work towards strengthening Islam’s influence will have a chance to be accepted into heaven upon their deaths, said the party’s secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan.
“Joining PAS, accepting Islam… God willing, we can enter paradise when we die later,” the Kota Bharu MP said.
Saya Anak Malaysia
Selamat Hari Merdeka 2026
If the Muslims do not like gambling, then MUSLIMS MUST NOT GAMBLE. Why do they want to tell non Muslims what to do, if we respect the Federal constitution?
Malaysia is a multi-racial, multi-religious nation and we respect each other’s religions. You do not eat pork, but you must respect others who want to eat pork. You do not drink alcohol, please respect others who wish to drink. You do not gamble. so you must respect others who wish too. You all have an example to follow. Please be tolerant and respectful.
PAS must focus on eradicating corruption among politicians, cowdung, glue and petrol sniffing, ketum and drug addiction, plus youth marriage, which are all destructive for the country compared to gambling.
Gambling may go underground, depriving the government of gambling taxes, if the government decides to ban the gambling outlets.
Why is PAS picking lottery draws as a political point?
Is it because the Court had given its decision in Kedah. And it was a sharp slap on the face for its MB in Kedah?
Now, lottery draws in Kedah cannot be banned !. licence should approved!
Now, PAS pin blame on Zafrul.
But the extra draws were already in existence when PAS was in PN government.
The great unity of Ummah and the mystery of changing partners. In the seventies, Tun Razak got Pas to join BN and then booted them out when they were of no use to him. Well now, Hadi with over 40 MPs can return the favour with pleasure.
Has anybody got economic plans to develop the country, create more jobs, improve B40? I hear even cookie jars are depleted.
“ Where’s BN-PN’s ‘Malay unity’ rhetoric for Melaka, mocks Puad “
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/08/08/bn-pn-s-malay-unity-rhetoric-vanished-for-melaka-mocks-puad
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Paud Zarkashi calls out their bogus Ummah unity rhetoric.
Paud Zarkashi said, “Their narrative of ‘uniting the ummah’ just disappeared in the blink of an eye. It was always merely deceitful rhetoric.”
Malay unity is meaningless if public institutions headed by Malays are mismanaged, an analyst said. Ahmad Zaharuddin Sani Ahmad Sabri of Global Asia Consulting said the community bears the brunt when there is no accountability in agencies and institutions such as Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) and the Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT).
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/08/10/malay-unity-means-little-without-good-governance-says-analyst
As an accountant Anil please explain the creative accounting that was practiced in Tabung Haji.
Tabung Haji management used Realisable Asset Value instead of standard audited values to measure compliance with the Tabung Haji Act 1995, claiming the law lacked a clear definition of assets. Impairment policies were altered so that plunging values of market investments were ignored rather than written down. High hibah payouts were sustained to keep depositors happy despite depleted reserves, exposing the fund to severe liquidity risks.
Perhaps Anil can explain in simple lay man language?
The law can only go into limited detail. All enterprises must follow the national accounting standards that aligns with an international one – I hope it is not the US one.
Malaysia Boleh has its own way of accounting that even Anil dare not comment on!
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim bertitah supaya siasatan berhubung Laporan Siasatan Suruhanjaya Diraja (RCI) mengenai Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) dijalankan ‘sehingga ke lubang cacing’.
Just wondering why are they so many politicians and GLCs top executives being charged in court everyday? Don’t they feel shameful at all? Why is PAS so quiet on this corruptions and abuse of power issues that caused trillions of losses to the government but they keep harping on trivial matters like gambling licence that doesn’t affect the Malays lives. At least the gambling licence provide a source of tax to government and does not tramples on the rights of non malays.
Selamat Hari Merdeka 2026
https://youtube.com/shorts/p-7jb4HUY3A
Penang is experiencing hot and dry conditions with temperatures reaching up to 33°C, driven by the ongoing Southwest Monsoon season which brings lower overall rainfall and clear skies.
Time to listen to Tesla’s cover of “I wish it would rain” by The Temptations:
Unfortunately no rain but haze.
Pray also no use.
El Nino is more power than any prayer!
Akmal seems yo lose his voice and bite. Once he was roaring like vicious tiger against the poor NM trader in Penang. He even wants to teach the poor and pitiful NM trader a lesson even though the poor NM trader has apologised and claimed it was a mistake and unintentional. In this present incident the flag fiasco happened in Trengganu and involved Trengganu Govt. As it is a 2R state and not UMNO friendly, Akmal dares not venture to Trengganu to educate the MB. Akmal can go but may not return peacefully. He might need assistance to return. This… Read more »
Two tourists were injured Tuesday afternoon (Aug 4) after a wooden beam and concrete debris plunged from the upper floor of a heritage shophouse along popular Armenian Street.
https://youtube.com/shorts/gn2Mw5vAnMg?si=XHCkdeF3fCHgGoVh
Inspection needed for old buildings in heritage zone to ensure safety to passersby.
Penang heritage building restoration is actively happening, but it faces major challenges like high costs, owner neglect, and termite damage. While many prominent shophouses and mansions have been successfully restored, dozens of dilapidated structures in George Town remain poorly maintained due to financial constraints and complex conservation rules.
Politeness may kill us all. The construction waste cannot plunge by itself. The workers may have come recently from an underpopulated part of Indonesia. As usual, profiteering, cost-cutting and “understanding” authorities mean no supervison, illegals, loss of local jobs and rock-bottom wages.
It is a similar story for (a) objects thrown out from upper floors of flats (b) trees killing motorists and passengers, including locals.
Do you have proof that the falling beam was due to negligence of workers? Cannot anyhow say things.
MERDEKA WAR is an experimental AI-generated short film released around Hari Merdeka (August 31, 2026) by Malaysian director David Thian Thor Wei.
https://youtube.com/watch?si=eIsw-YRe6iC-6c6y&v=W5YjX13W_Ds&feature=youtu.be
The Plot: Mysterious, sci-fi creatures and alien-like entities invade Penang. Ordinary local hawkers, everyday citizens from various communities, and security forces are forced to team up to fight off the invasion—moving from local street food centers to the iconic Penang Bridge.
DAP should not leave Government now and instead should work with government to set a date to implement GST at a suitable rate. GST will also tax people who spend money obtained illegally or untaxed which e-invoice is not able to achieve!
Once GST implemented, e-invoice, SST, stamping of employment contracts etc which made business community/voters angry will not be necessary.
Helping middle-income (M40) Malaysians will be a key focus of Budget 2027, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said the government was currently looking at a list of measures to further assist the group.
Why can’t the government bring down the cost of living. What is holding or preventing them from doing so ?
The mentality of most people is dependency on government assistance. Adopt relevant skill sets to command higher salary. Learn AI for a start.
Are opportunities for training, scholarship, employment level?
If you are not prepared (get your skills upgraded), opportunity can come and you will still miss it.
What for? That will make big businesses and GLCs unhappy.
Exactly, and isn’t that the problem?
If bringing down the cost of living makes big businesses and GLCs unhappy, then perhaps we should ask, who is the government really working for, the Rakyat or big business?
And is this how government is supposed to work, protecting profits first, while the Rakyat pay the price?
We need productivity improvement first. When basic wage goes up without any productivity gain, cost of goods and services will go up.
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/03/well-conduct-an-in-depth-review-says-gobind
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Amanah is trying to give its views. This political party has one minister,s post. A important one at that.
What have their politicians done for the country, its economy, food security and for the betterment of the Rakyat since 2023?
So far, mostly recycled statements on food security. Nothing more.
The “Malay unity” is often an elusive ideal. It tends to reappear when political elites need a mobilizing tool to capture power or secure positions, rather than focusing on concrete socioeconomic reforms for ordinary citizens. True and lasting unity is historically difficult because multiple Malay-based parties (UMNO, PAS, Bersatu, PKR, Amanah) constantly compete with one another for political dominance and control of Putrajaya.
It is sad to see PKR is being diminished and potentially fade away. Millions of people supported this party in its early stages because they saw the much need changes and reforms coming in our toxic political landscape that was dominated by UMNO. But alas, it has proven to be the in the same mould as UMNO. What a shame.
The N9 poll results say it again and that’s the 3rd state in a row. PMX with DAP leaderships’ blind support have been abandoned by the people. It’s simply “you change or the people will change you” may it too late or maybe not but the reading is there for all to see. PMX may be celebrating the revival of UMNO-BN but PH(PKR, DAP, Amanah) is going down.
” No seat for Pakatan at annual Umno assembly, but PAS gets red carpet ” https://newswav.com/article/no-seat-for-pakatan-at-annual-umno-assembly-but-pas-gets-red-carpet-A2609_wPgvxG ======== We, the Rakyat, may read this posturing rather differently. We see Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi being caught between the hard rocks of UMNO members’ sentiments on one side, and his hutang budi towards the PM and the realities of the Unity Government on the other. It is a tough game to play. PAS getting the red carpet while PH gets no seat is certainly an interesting signal. Whether this is merely political courtesy or something more strategic, only time will tell. The… Read more »
” Melaka approves land site for Hindu final rites facility ” https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/08/melaka-approves-land-site-for-hindu-final-rites-facility ======== There is no need to describe this as a “historic event”. There is nothing historic about it. It is the State Government’s duty and responsibility to look into the needs of its Rakyat. That said, we can certainly say thank you to the State Government for approving the site and appreciate the decision. Just look at Penang and see how dutiful and responsible it has become. All kinds of food, belief-based celebrations and traditions can apparently be turned into intangible cultural heritage. Even cemeteries can become heritage… Read more »
Possibly, public baths and toilets will be next. And perhaps, eventually, the whole island, DAP’s “Crown Jewel”, will be declared a heritage island, since it is claimed to have been founded roughly 400 years ago. There seem to be no limits to what can be declared intangible cultural heritage or a heritage site. And in Penang, it always seems that we want to be the first to do it Perhaps it is our kiasu mentality and ego that make us want to be the first in everything. Actually, we, the Rakyat, were under the impression that the Federal Government should be… Read more »
” Entering heaven is by Allah’s mercy, not party support, says Mujahid ” https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/06/entering-heaven-is-by-allah-s-mercy-not-party-support-says-mujahid ======== Most people who believe in God believe that entering heaven is ultimately through the mercy of God, with the exception of PAS, which appears to suggest that the way to heaven is through support for its political party. PAS should answer a very simple question. Where in the Holy Book, the Word of God, does it say that supporting a particular political party brings a person to heaven? If it does not say this, then on what basis is such a claim being made? If… Read more »
” Hadi urges PAS to defend seats won in previous polls ”
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/04/hadi-urges-pas-to-defend-seats-won-in-previous-polls
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And there we have it, an honest and clear statement from the PAS party president himself in his keynote speech at the PAS muktamar:
“These states must retain control, improve their governance and implement the Islamic agenda.”
And if PAS is ever allowed to govern our nation, can we reasonably expect the same agenda to be applied at the federal level?
Do note: probably so.
” This is Umno Youth’s stance, Akmal says on pledge to skip Melaka polls ” https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/03/this-is-umno-youth-s-stance-akmal-says-on-pledge-to-skip-melaka-polls ======== UMNO Youth does not have to work with PH. The UMNO Youth leader does not even hold a position in the federal government. That, in itself, puts the issue into perspective. UMNO Youth is a non-issue in the general scheme of things. What matters is the position of UMNO’s central leadership. As it is, BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has already said that formal negotiations with PH on cooperation in the Melaka election are expected to begin after the state legislative assembly is… Read more »
” Corruption in Malaysia weaponised to discredit rivals, claims Hadi ” https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/04/corruption-in-malaysia-weaponised-to-discredit-rivals-claims-hadi ======== In politics, anything can be said or claimed. It is said that corruption in Malaysia can be weaponised to discredit political rivals. When PAS was part of the PN ruling government in 2020, the number of special lottery draws was increased from eight to 22. PAS claimed that it opposed the increase, yet it continued to remain in the government. If PAS genuinely opposed the increase, why did it not leave the government in protest? By remaining in government, it accepted the decision as part and parcel… Read more »
The Sarawak-based Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) has officially expanded its political footprint into Peninsular Malaysia and plans to contest in Penang. Led by party president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, the party has initiated efforts to build a presence and establish grassroots support in the state. This move introduces a new dynamic to Penang’s political landscape, creating additional competition and contributing to shifts among local political factions.
” Nepal seeks climate compensation from China, US and India ” https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/09/02/nepal-seeks-climate-compensation-from-china-us-and-india ======== China, the US and India should not give a single cent towards Nepal’s claim for “climate compensation” simply because Nepal claims that these countries are major greenhouse-gas emitters and that Nepal has suffered deadly floods, which it attributes to climate change. Nepal should first provide credible scientific evidence establishing a direct link between the emissions in question and the specific damage for which it is seeking compensation. What is also puzzling is Nepal’s reported refusal of search-and-rescue assistance from other countries, while appealing for monetary contributions to… Read more »
In a disaster of this magnitude, why not welcome as many qualified international search-and-rescue teams as possible?
The more teams that are allowed to enter and assist, the greater the chance that flood victims can be located and rescued quickly, especially those who may still be alive and trapped.
We have our own highly capable search-and-rescue teams, among the best in the world, and our own Rakyat are also caught up in this devastating disaster.
For the victims, saving lives should come first, not politics, compensation claims or control over where international assistance is channelled.
” Four killed in 11-vehicle crash on East Coast Expressway ”
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/01/four-killed-in-11-vehicle-crash-on-east-coast-expressway
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Every day, so many people are killed, sometimes a whole family perish, in motor vehicle accidents, yet we are a peaceful nation, not a nation at war.
“From page to pageantry: shaping the story of the Merdeka Parade ”
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/08/31/from-page-to-pageantry-shaping-the-story-of-the-merdeka-parade
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Just look at the national flags hanging from the roof of that building in the photograph. Why do we need this type of national flag?
And look at the design. The crescent and star are facing away from the red and white stripes, whereas in the original rectangular Jalur Gemilang, the crescent and star face towards the red and white stripes.
Is it any wonder that some members of our Rakyat keep making mistakes or become confused when putting up the national flag?