Zahid S Daughter Denies Protecting Bella S Alleged Abuser Siti Bainun

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Nurulhidayah Ahmad Zahid, the daughter of Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, refuted allegations that her family was protecting Rumah Bonda founder Siti Bainun Ahd Razali. 
Siti Bainun, 30, was charged with two counts of neglecting and abusing a teenager with Down Syndrome, known as Bella, resulting in the victim sustaining physical and emotional injuries in a condominium in Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur between February and June 2021.
The charges are under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, which is punishable by a maximum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment or an RM50,000 fine or both. Siti Bainun pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Taking to Instagram, Nurulhidayah (above) said her entire family had no relationship with Siti Bainun but they once knew her.
“Our entire family has no relationship with (Siti Bainun) and has never protected her. 
“It’s true we once knew each other and were close. As someone who used to be close (to her) I feel betrayed because all this time I thought (Siti Bainun) was someone who liked to help others, but instead, she has another personality that I cannot imagine,” she said. 
Siti Bainun Ahd RazaliMeanwhile, on Sunday, Zahid also denied the rumours that Siti Bainun could afford 10 lawyers because of him.
“I have to admit that I have helped many individuals throughout my involvement in politics. Including those who ask for help and financial contributions for charity.
“Yet, I will in no way protect any of them if they are accused of being involved in crime,” he said in a Facebook post. 
A picture of Zahid with the accused was also seen circulating on social media, which he claimed was a photo on Siti Bainun’s request.
“As a leader, how can I reject anyone’s request for a photograph?
“[...] Do not be too quick to accuse and draw conclusions from what you read and see,” he added. - Mkini

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