JOHOR BAHRU, July 21 – The Johor State Government has revoked the business licence of NS0 Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (Network School) and ordered the company to cease all operations at Forest City, effective July 22, 2026, citing legal non-compliance and national security concerns.
In a statement, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the decision followed a Special Full Council Meeting of the Iskandar Puteri City Council (MBIP), which endorsed the cancellation after reviewing inspection reports, enforcement findings and representations submitted by the company.
He stressed that enforcement action was taken only after complaints were verified, inspections conducted and legal procedures completed in accordance with existing laws.
“The length of time a business has been operating does not mean all its activities have continuously complied with licensing conditions. Once non-compliance is identified, action must be taken without compromise,” he said.
Onn Hafiz reaffirmed that Johor welcomes high-quality investments that contribute to economic growth, job creation and the state’s development, but emphasised that no investor, company or organisation is above Malaysia’s laws.
He said the state government and local authorities would not tolerate any breach of laws or activities that could undermine national security, sovereignty or public interests.
The Johor government has also called on the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Malaysian Immigration Department, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and other relevant security agencies to continue investigations into allegations involving misuse of second passports, identity misrepresentation, violations of immigration entry conditions or any offences under Malaysian law.
According to Onn Hafiz, the matter is particularly serious given Johor’s strategic position as Malaysia’s gateway bordering Singapore, where any abuse of immigration systems must be addressed swiftly and firmly.
The state government also urged the Ministry of Digital and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) to review the company’s Malaysia Digital status or any recognition previously granted should any breach of eligibility requirements or governing principles be established.
In addition, Johor called on all relevant agencies to strengthen due diligence procedures, including background checks, ownership verification, funding sources, operational structures and organisational narratives before granting approvals to companies or organisations.
Onn Hafiz said inter-agency coordination should also be enhanced to ensure that every investment and international initiative undergoes comprehensive scrutiny covering licensing, immigration, security, premises usage and legal compliance.
He added that all matters relating to the decision had been presented to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Tunku Mahkota Ismail, Regent of Johor, for their attention and consent.
The Johor government reiterated its commitment to maintaining the state as a trusted investment destination while upholding national security, sovereignty and the rule of law without compromise.
— MINUTESMY
