Nik Nazmi stands firm on Cabinet exit
He even compared his decision with former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp who chose to step down even though he held a deep affection for the football club. It was a difficult and necessary decision which was made in full consideration.
'That's exactly how I feel. It wasn't easy to leave NRES. After two years, I consider the team at NRES — including the departments and agencies — to have become a dream team, with exceptional commitment, abilities and integrity.
'But this decision is for a bigger cause. The party's mandate is crucial for broader reforms. I did have the option to stay, but my choice is to resign,' he said on his Facebook page yesterday.
On Monday, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that he felt hopeful that Nik Nazmi would still continue his duties as minister and said he would give him time and space to reconsider.
'I always wait and give space, (time) to think, and if possible, to continue (his responsibilities). There is still time,' he said, following his acceptance of the resignation of Minister of Economy Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.
Rafizi's resignation became official following the end of his leave on June 16, while Nik Nazmi is scheduled for July 4.
Meanwhile, Rafizi, the former PKR deputy president, has announced that he will answer all questions, including claims of planning to start a new political party during an upcoming podcast entitled 'Yang Berhenti Menteri (YBM)' this Friday.
He stated on Instagram that he is now free to speak without being constrained by government ethics or confidentiality.
'Insya-Allah (God willing), I will balance the YBM's commentary — there'll be fire, and there'll be clarity. Most importantly, it will be objective, fact-based and provide fair understanding to everyone.
'Too sensitive, not easily persuaded, a minister with no results, planning to form a new party and a formula that's going nowhere (these are among the allegations that will be addressed)…See you this Friday, at 9pm,' he said. — TMR
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