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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Court dismisses lawsuit by sisters seeking declaration they were never Muslim
KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 — The High Court in Shah Alam here has dismissed a lawsuit from twin sisters contesting their conversions to Islam. Judicial Commissioner Rozi Bainun ruled that the matter of religious status falls under the jurisdiction of the Shariah Court, Free Malaysia Today reported. She noted that the sisters had already initiated proceedings in the Shariah Court to determine their status but later withdrew the case. Rozi said the case should not have been withdrawn and urged the pair to present witnesses and evidence to support their claims of forced conversion. The sisters, now 26 years' old, alleged that they were compelled to convert to Islam at the age of 14 by their biological mother. Their mother, who had embraced Islam after remarrying a Muslim man, brought them to the Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia (Perkim) office in 2013. There, the twins said they were made to recite the 'kalimah shahada', the Islamic declaration of faith, without understanding its meaning and later received conversion certificates. They claimed they have never practised Islam, continued observing Taoist beliefs, and sought a court declaration that they were never Muslims, naming the Selangor government and Islamic council as defendants.
Borneo Post
09-06-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
More than 20 asnaf families receive korban meat for Aidiladha from LAKMM
Ariffin (left) gives away a pack of 'korban' meat to a household head. MIRI (June 9): The 'korban' (sacrificial slaughter) programme carried out by the Miri Malay Charitable Trust Board (LAKMM) for this year's Hari Raya Aidiladha benefitted 23 'asnaf' here. Held at the outdoor grounds of Surau Al Hidayah Tab Cinaq in Pujut 5 here, the slaughtering of the cattle, the butchering, as well as the packing and distribution of the sacrificial meat, were conducted via 'gotong-royong' (work party) involving the LAKMM committee members and also the local volunteers. 'The recipients of the 'korban' meat include the 'asnaf' families from Pujut, Kampung Wireless, Kampung Muhibbah in Kuala Baram, as well as those listed by Perkim (Malaysian Muslim Welfare Organisation),' said the board in a statement. In Islam, asnaf is a group of people who are eligible for tithe and other welfare aid in view of their underprivileged status. Adding on, LAKMM said adding significance to the occasion, Deputy Mayor Ariffin Mohamad represented the oganiser in handing over the 'korban' meat to the recipients. Also present last Sunday were LAKMM board of trustees representatives Julaihi Mohamad and Penghulu Samad Ali. 'The programme not only aims to strengthen the community ties, but it also reflects compassion and care for the underprivileged groups during one of the most meaningful celebrations in the Islamic calendar,' added LAKMM.
Free Malaysia Today
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Abang Jo to head Perkim, Dr M is special adviser
Abang Johari Openg (right) expressed his appreciation to Dr Mahathir Mohamad for leading Perkim to where it is now. (Instagram pic) PETALING JAYA : Sarawak premier Abang Johari Openg has been appointed as the new president of the Muslim Welfare Organisation of Malaysia (Perkim), taking over the post held by former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad since 2006. At Perkim's annual meeting today, Mahathir was appointed as special adviser to the organisation, the Sarawak public communications unit reported. Abang Johari expressed his appreciation to Mahathir for leading Perkim to where it is now, and setting an example when it came to propagating the faith and looking after the welfare of Muslims. 'Continuing the legacy he has left will not be an easy task, but with everyone's support, I am confident that we can further bolster Perkim's role in the landscape of modern propagation of Islam,' he said. Abang Johari is also chairman of Gabungan Parti Sarawak, a key component in the federal unity government.
Borneo Post
10-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Abang Johari elected new Perkim president, vows to strengthen Muslim welfare, economy
KUCHING (May 10): Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has been officially elected as the new president of the Muslim Welfare Organisation of Malaysia (Perkim) during its 64th national annual general meeting in Kuala Lumpur today. According to the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), Abang Johari expressed confidence that, with the support of Perkim's new leadership, he would be able to continue the legacy of his predecessor, former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad. Speaking at a press conference following the leadership handover, Abang Johari highlighted the potential of waqf (endowment) assets to serve as a catalyst for the Muslim economy if managed systematically and in accordance with syariah principles. He emphasised that the Islamic concept of welfare should go beyond short-term aid, focusing instead on the strategic management of waqf assets to generate sustainable, 'berkat' (divinely blessed) income for the long term. 'If we look at the Muslim community in Malaysia, they have assets. These waqf assets must be managed well according to Islamic syariah because they can provide great economic returns to the Muslim community,' said Abang Johari. To this end, he plans to hold discussions with Perkim leadership to develop a comprehensive strategy for managing both the community's assets and welfare holistically. Abang Johari also underscored the importance of strengthening technical education among Muslim youth to prepare them for participation in the modern economy. 'In Sarawak, we have developed various aspects of technical education for Muslim children. I want this training policy to be discussed at the national level to be in line with the current economic needs,' he said. Also present were Dr Mahathir, federal Deputy Minister of Economy Dato Hanifah Hajar Taib and other dignitaries.
Malay Mail
24-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Abang Johari appointed new Perkim president, takes over from Dr Mahathir
KUCHING, April 24 — Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg has been appointed the new president of the Muslim Welfare Organisation of Malaysia (Perkim) for the term 2025-2028. In a statement today, Abang Johari, who was the sole nominee for the position, expressed his gratitude to all Perkim members for their trust and support in nominating him to lead the organisation. 'I accept this nomination with utmost humility and wish to extend my heartfelt thanks to all Perkim members for their confidence in me to lead the organisation in the coming term,' he said. Abang Johari also paid tribute to his predecessor, former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who served as Perkim president since 2006. 'I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Tun Dr Mahathir for his dedication and service in guiding Perkim for nearly two decades,' he said. The Premier pledged to continue Dr Mahathir's legacy and uphold the vision of Perkim's founding leaders, particularly Malaysia's first prime minister, the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, in advancing the welfare and wellbeing of the Muslim community. 'I would also like to record my thanks to Arau MP Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim, who is also the outgoing Perkim vice-president, and Datuk Ustaz Mohd Nakhaei Ahmad, who have withdrawn from the nomination and expressed their support for my appointment as president,' he added. Founded in 1960 by Tunku Abdul Rahman, Perkim's inception was to spearhead the spirit of volunteerism in Islamic welfare works. The Islamic non-governmental organisation focuses its activities on welfare, religion, and education. — The Borneo Post
