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Daily Express
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- Health
- Daily Express
Single mum urges help to buy special back brace for daughter
Published on: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 22, 2025 By: Sherell Jeffrey Text Size: Nazihah posing with some of her certificates (Photo Credit: Nor) Kota Kinabalu: A single mother is seeking public help to buy a special back brace for her 17-year-old daughter who has a curved spine and is getting ready for her SPM exams. Nor said her daughter Nazihah has had scoliosis, a condition where the spine curves sideways since 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic. Back then, it was hard to get proper medical help because of the movement restrictions. 'She always complains about back pain, especially when she wakes up. She cannot stand or sit for long, cannot do heavy work and cannot play sports,' Nor said. Even with her health problems, Nazihah is still a top student studying Science subjects. She has won many awards including a Gold Award at the STEM PBL Carnival 2024 and represented Sabah at the National Science Competition 2024. She also holds important positions in school, including President of the PPIM school body and Head of the Biology Subject Committee. Her spine problem has gotten worse over time. Doctors now say she needs a special back brace instead of surgery to stop her spine from curving more. 'Sometimes she even says it is hard to breathe because her lungs are being squeezed by her curved spine,' Nor said. The back brace costs about RM7,800. This does not include the money needed for weekly treatment and X-rays, making it even more expensive for the family. As a single mother, Nor had to stop her daughter's physiotherapy sessions because she could not afford them after losing her job. 'I can only take her for treatment when I have extra money. If not, she does simple exercises at home to help with the pain,' Nor said. With SPM exams coming up soon, an important test that will decide if she can go to university, there is no time to waste. Her health problems do not just cause pain but could also affect how well she does in her exams during this important time. 'Even if we could get just a few thousand Ringgit, I would be so grateful. I hope there are kind people willing to help my daughter, especially since she is preparing for her SPM exams,' Nor said. She said doctors cautioned that if treatment is delayed, her daughter's spine could curve even more, cause more pain and lead to problems including breathing difficulties. Nor is appealing to the public for donations to help buy the essential medical equipment for her daughter. 'I really hope there are kind and generous people who would help lighten our burden by donating money to buying a scoliosis brace for my daughter. This help would mean so much to us, especially for her health and future. 'I pray that everyone who helps us will be blessed with good health, plenty of food and God's protection,' Nor said. Those wishing to contribute can make donations directly to Nor's Maybank account (Account Number: 1600 185 848 51, Account Holder: Dayangku Nor Laila Bt Pg Ahmad Tajuddin). * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Sinar Daily
04-07-2025
- Sinar Daily
Consumer group urges BNM, KPDN to overhaul repossession laws amid unethical conduct claims
PPIM demands probe into banks over alleged unethical car repossessions Nadzim (left) shows a clip of car repossession agents allegedly entering a gated residential area without proper authorisation. SHAH ALAM – The Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association (PPIM) has called on Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) to review and revise current laws and policies surrounding vehicle repossession, citing growing concerns over unethical conduct. Its chief activist, Datuk Nadzim Johan referred to a recent incident involving a group of car repossession agents. Nadzim (left) stated that the agents failed to provide official identification or original documents, offering only photocopies as proof of authority. They allegedly entered a gated residential area without proper authorisation, claiming a court order to tow a vehicle. He recounted that the agents failed to provide any official identification or original documents, showing only photocopies as proof of authority. "When I confronted them, I asked for their ID or pass. They claimed they had a court order, but what they showed was just a photocopy. We need the original document. "They said they could repossess the vehicle anytime, even in the middle of the night. What kind of law allows that?" he told Sinar Daily. According to Nadzim, the situation occurred on Saturday, when courts and government offices were closed, leaving the car owner unable to verify the legitimacy of the repossession. Despite this, the agents allegedly pushed forward with their actions. While they initially agreed to return the following Monday, Nadzim said the agents arrived early in the morning and entered the premises without waiting for any verification process. "They were trying to repossess a Nissan and the outstanding amount was only RM12,000. Yet, they showed up with 20 people, like they were going to war," he said. He further claimed the person targeted wasn't the owner of the vehicle but a guarantor who was unable to continue payments due to undergoing cancer treatment. "Even if the car is auctioned later, the guarantor won't get anything back, even though the car is worth RM50,000 to RM60,000," he added. Nadzim stressed the need for KPDN and Bank Negara to implement a more stringent and compassionate framework for handling such cases. "We want to know who processes these repossessions? On what days can it be done? Who approves it? There must be a thorough review. Don't push the public to the point where something unfortunate happens," he said. He also criticised some agents for acting like gangsters and trespassing onto private property, alleging that banks gave them unchecked power with little to no oversight. He said such practices must be stopped immediately. PPIM plans to meet with KPDN soon and urged BNM to launch investigations into any banking institutions found to be involved in illegal or unethical car repossession activities.
Malay Mail
23-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
PPIM says no more ties with Ikhlas, unaware group was deregistered in 2022
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 — The Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association (PPIM) has said it will no longer work with the deregistered Ikatan Usahawan Kecil dan Sederhana Malaysia (Ikhlas), citing concerns over credibility. According to a report in news portal Scoop, PPIM chief activist Datuk Nadzim Johan said the group was unaware of Ikhlas' deregistration when they jointly submitted a memorandum to the Home Ministry recently, and stressed it was their first and only collaboration. 'We don't want to be seen as collaborating with an illegal NGO. Besides, there are plenty of other NGOs in the country we can work with,' Nadzim was quoted as saying. Last Friday, the Registrar of Societies (RoS) had reportedly confirmed that Ikhlas was deregistered in 2022 for failing to submit its annual financial statements, as required under the Societies Act 1966. Ikhlas president Datuk Mohd Ridzuan Abdullah had reportedly cited Covid-19-related disruptions as the reason the group was unable to hold meetings and complete its reporting obligations. Nadzim said PPIM would be more cautious moving forward and emphasised that its collaboration with Ikhlas had not involved any financial transactions or fundraising.
Free Malaysia Today
22-06-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Consumer body cuts ties with deregistered Ikhlas
Nadzim Johan, chief activist of PPIM, said the association did not want to work with illegal NGOs. PETALING JAYA : A consumer body has said it would no longer work with Ikhlas, a society for small-time entrepreneurs, after learning it had been deregistered three years ago. The Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association (PPIM) said it had no idea that Ikhlas had been deregistered when jointly presenting a memorandum to the home ministry recently, according to the Scoop website. 'We do not want the public to question our credibility for joining forces with an NGO that has been deregistered,' PPIM chief activist Nadzim Johan was quoted as saying. 'Nor do we want to work with illegal NGOs. There are other NGOs whom we could work with.' On Friday, the Registrar of Societies confirmed that Ikhlas was deregistered in November 2022 for failing to submit annual financial statements. The society, which had listed former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad as its patron, was led by Ridzuan Abdullah, who is also on the secretariat of Gabungan Ikhlas Malaysia, a group which issued statements in early January on the addendum linked to Najib Razak. Ridzuan recently claimed that the NGO did not receive any notice about its deregistration, and also stated that the Covid-19 pandemic made it difficult for Ikhlas to hold meetings and submit its financial statements. Two years ago, it was reported that Ridzuan had been charged with 12 counts of filing fraudulent claims totalling RM378,000 to the Social Security Organisation to obtain incentives from the Penjana Kerjaya 2.0 Programme.
Free Malaysia Today
10-05-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Over 100 in protest rally against animal cruelty
Animal lovers from across the country taking part in a peaceful protest this evening over animal cruelty and a perceived lack of enforcement. KUALA LUMPUR : More than 100 people, some representing organisations from across the country, staged a peaceful protest at Dataran Merdeka this evening against animal cruelty and a lack of enforcement against the perpetrators. The 'Execute AWA' protest, aimed at urging the authorities to enforce the Animal Welfare Act, got off to a slow start at 5pm because of the rain, but this did not dampen the spirits of the handful of people gathered. The number of participants grew steadily after the rain stopped and more than 100 were gathered by 7pm, displaying various placards, including some which read 'No Excuse for Animal Abuse', 'Animals are also Allah's creation' and 'Justice for Kopi'. Kopi was the name of a dog killed when the Besut Municipal Council in Terengganu culled strays last year, after Kopi had become an internet sensation in March 2024 when it was pictured playing with a stray cat. Several animal rights activists have since filed a suit against the Terengganu government and district council over the case. The protestors also chanted 'Execute AWA' repeatedly before dispersing peacefully. Pressure on the government The protestors came from various walks of life, with some representing organisations from across the country, such as the Selangor Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Persatuan Pengguna Islam Malaysia (PPIM), the Terengganu-based Stray Animal Organisation (Kasih Malaysia), the Kluang Animal Protection Association and the Cameron Highlands Animal Welfare Society. Sue Ann Kong, founder of the Execute AWA movement, said the gathering was held to highlight to the government the importance of animal welfare and the worrying increase of animal abuse cases. 'Our call to action is for the government to ensure that the public understand animal abuse is punishable by law,' Kong said. Citing data from the veterinary services department, Kong said cases of animal abuse had risen from 463 in 2016 to an average of over 2,300 a year from 2021 to 2024. Muslim sentiments Kasih Malaysia secretary Nik Hamidi Haron said the group had found that Muslims in Terengganu were not supportive of cruelty against stray dogs, despite sensitivities on the animal. He also said Kasih Malaysia was ready to assist the government in implementing more humane methods to control the stray population. 'Even in areas where stray dogs are a more sensitive issue, the sentiments of Muslims are that the lives of stray dogs should be defended. Stray dogs should not (be culled),' he said. Jan Fazal Eladi, of PPIM, also urged the relevant authorities to engage NGOs on managing strays and to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act. 'The animal rights groups know how to properly reduce the stray populations in a way that is not cruel. They should not kill the animals in such a cruel manner,' she said. In recent months, various local councils' approaches to managing stray dogs sparked accusations of animal cruelty. In February, a police report was lodged against the Kluang Municipal Council for allegedly abusing animals and burying dogs alive. Yesterday, more than 300 people gathered outside Negeri Sembilan's state secretariat building to protest against the state government's decision to cull stray dogs in Malay-majority areas.
