KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 – Istana Negara has warned against challenging the conditional pardon granted to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
The Palace said such challenges could go against the decree of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim.
In a statement on Saturday, Istana Negara said Najib had fulfilled all conditions under the conditional pardon.
The Palace also stressed that the King’s order clearly allows Najib to serve the rest of his prison sentence under house arrest.
Palace Explains the Pardon Decision
Istana Negara said the Pardons Board reviewed Najib’s petition on Sept 18, 2026.
The meeting covered the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. The Federal Territories Minister and the Attorney-General also attended.
Both officials advised the King during the meeting.
Following the review, Sultan Ibrahim ordered Najib to serve the rest of his sentence under house arrest. The order also required him to pay a RM50 million fine.
According to the Palace, Najib has met the conditions stated in the pardon order.
Therefore, Istana Negara said the public should not question the clarity of the King’s decision.
Palace Highlights the King’s Constitutional Powers
The Palace also referred to Article 42 of the Federal Constitution.
This article gives the Yang di-Pertuan Agong the power to grant pardons.
Istana Negara said Malaysians should respect this royal power. It also stressed the importance of Malaysia’s constitutional monarchy and the rule of law.
Furthermore, the Palace warned that challenging the pardon order could amount to disregarding the King’s decree.
It maintained that the authorities should respect the conditions and decision stated in the royal order.
Source : ASTRO AWANI | Rewritten By Minutesmy
