BN reappoints Zambry, Johari as secretary-general, treasurer-general
BN also confirmed its full preparedness to face the upcoming Sabah State Election, which is expected to be held in the near future.
25 Jun 2025 09:45am
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir - Bernama file photo
KUALA LUMPUR - Barisan Nasional (BN) has agreed to reappoint Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir as its Secretary-General and Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani as its Treasurer-General.
Zambry, in a statement, said the appointments, decided during the party's Annual General Meeting (AGM), were based on clauses 8.3 (D) and 8.3 (E) of the BN Constitution. Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani - Bernama file photo
"The 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) resolved with full commitment to strengthen the party as an inclusive political platform and reaffirm its determination to remain united under the Barisan Nasional umbrella.
"BN also confirmed its full preparedness to face the upcoming Sabah State Election, which is expected to be held in the near future.
"Political stability in Sabah is key to strengthening security, economic progress, and the welfare of the people in the 'Land Below the Wind'," he said. - BERNAMA
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