What About Integrity Of Grs Politicians Who Didn T Resign Zaid Asks Pm

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Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has taken aim at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, questioning the integrity of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) leaders who have not resigned despite being implicated in the mining scandal.
“If resignation is the standard operating procedure of the Madani government, why are those GRS leaders still staying put?
“And what does that say about the allies of Pakatan Harapan?” he asked in a post on X.
At an event in Kota Kinabalu yesterday, Anwar cited the resignation of his senior political secretary Shamsul Iskandar Akin - who has been linked to corruption allegations - as proof that the Madani administration upholds a high level of integrity.
Zaid (above), however, dismissed this, saying, “Anwar is at it again, making statements that do not fit the situation.”
He argued that Shamsul’s departure was merely a move to “cut losses” and had little to do with safeguarding the integrity of Madani leaders.
On Tuesday, Malaysiakini reported that businessperson Albert Tei - who exposed the mining scandal - alleged that he had spent RM629,000 on Shamsul after being assured that he would be able to recoup the money he had given to Sabah politicians.
Shamsul later announced his resignation on X after Malaysiakini contacted him for comment on the allegations.
The former aide said he was made to understand that there was an attempt to attack him with an issue that could tarnish the government’s image.
“Therefore, I have decided to defend myself against this attack,” he added.
Revelation after revelation
Since last November, Tei has released videos, documents, and WhatsApp screenshots accusing GRS politicians of accepting bribes in exchange for mineral exploration licences.
Shamsul Iskandar Akin (left) and Albert TeiTei and two assemblypersons were subsequently charged. Anwar, responding to criticism that he was shielding others, maintained that the case remains open. Ten of the implicated leaders are contesting in the Sabah election.
GRS chairperson and Sabah caretaker chief minister Hajiji Noor has accused Tei of being part of a cartel attempting to monopolise mining in the state.
Tei - who has been on a warpath against politicians he claims took money for exploration licences that were later revoked - has also accused Anwar of using his evidence as political blackmail to advance his agenda in Sabah. - Mkini

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