Candidate · P11 Pendang (2013)
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Overall due diligence
High
Enhanced due diligence required
The records show senior office (federal minister, party president, MP) together with unresolved matters — a 2011 criminal-defamation charge with no recorded outcome and a 2026 MACC statement in a fertilizer-supply investigation — warranting enhanced due diligence.
Electoral resilience
Medium
Won Kota Raja in 2018 and 2022 by very large margins, but the older record shows repeated defeats in 1982-1986 and 2004-2013, and a 1999 win by only 991 votes.
Political continuity
Elevated
PAS member from 1981 to 2015, then left and became founding president of Amanah from 2015; coalition labels on the ballot also changed repeatedly (HAK, APU, BA, PR, PH).
Integrity signal
Review
Records show a 2011 Section 500 Penal Code charge with no outcome stated, and a September 2026 MACC statement given to assist a fertilizer-supply probe; no conviction appears in the records.
Financial / corporate
Open
The records contain no company-registry, asset-declaration, credit or court-registry checks, and no personal corporate or GLC roles are documented. Only ministerial oversight actions (NAFAS constitution suspension, statutory-body chairmanship appointments) appear.
How much due-diligence attention each area needs — not a finding of wrongdoing.
Sitting federal minister, party president and MP — senior office drives the exposure.
Party president controlling seat negotiations and campaign direction, with documented dealings with the DPM and PM.
Oversees ministry budget allocations and statutory bodies, and defended appointments of political leaders as statutory-body chairmen.
Ministerial authority over NAFAS and ministry-linked bodies, but no personal corporate or GLC roles are documented.
A 2011 Section 500 charge with no recorded outcome, plus two reported ISA detentions decades ago.
MACC statement recorded in a fertilizer-supply investigation; no charge or finding recorded.
No asset declaration, company-registry or financial records are included.
Consistent political coverage plus an arson at his family home and a criminal-defamation charge in the record.
Reported as charged on 21 September 2011 at the Butterworth Sessions Court under Section 500 of the Penal Code over a 21 August 2011 talk at Padang Menora concerning the Bukit Kepong incident.N33
Status: Charge recorded; no outcome, conviction or acquittal appears in the records — open.
Reported to have confirmed giving a statement to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission on 16 September 2026 to assist the investigation into delayed fertilizer supply to rice farmers in Kedah.N27
Status: Statement-giver only in the record; no charge or finding recorded — open.
Reported as detained under the ISA on allegations of involvement in extremist movements; single-source Wikipedia account.N31
Status: Detention without trial reported; no court finding in the records.
Reported as detained at the Kamunting Detention Centre under Operation Lalang; single-source Wikipedia account.N30
Status: Detention ended 1989; no charge or finding recorded.
The records show a long-serving politician holding two senior positions — federal Minister of Agriculture and Food Security and Amanah president — with a parliamentary record running from 1990 wins to a large 2022 majority in Kota Raja. Legal exposure in the records is limited to a 2011 Section 500 charge with no stated outcome, decades-old reported ISA detentions, and a 2026 MACC statement given to assist a fertilizer-supply investigation in which no charge is recorded. Ministerial decisions on NAFAS and statutory-body chairmanships are on the record and warrant scrutiny of governance and appointment processes. Corporate, asset and court-registry checks are absent, so those areas remain open and the assessment should not be read as a clean-record finding.
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Federal · Dewan Rakyat session, replying to a supplementary question on incentives for B40 farmers · 2026
Where it stands
As of 14 Oct 2026, the government says it will assess losses case-by-case and only then decide whether funds are available to channel targeted assistance to padi farmers hit by fertiliser supply delays; no allocation has been approved or aid disbursed yet, and no newer report was found (article is 3 days old). Separately, the minister said he had met MADA management over the delays and proposed to the Prime Minister that suppliers who failed to deliver be terminated.
How it unfolded
On 14 Oct 2026, replying to a supplementary question from Sabri Azit (PN-Jerai) on incentives for padi farmers affected by fertiliser delays, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu promised the government would study the losses and, "if funds are available", channel targeted assistance rather than universal aid. In the same reply he said the assessment would identify farmers who genuinely suffered yield declines, on a case-by-case basis. He also reported having met MADA's management for an explanation of the delays and having proposed to the Prime Minister that failing suppliers' services be terminated. As of the latest report (14 Oct 2026), the examination of budget availability is only announced and under way — no funds have been committed and no assistance delivered — so the promise is in progress rather than fulfilled.
Promised
“Beliau berkata, kementerian juga akan meneliti ketersediaan peruntukan bagi membolehkan bantuan disalurkan kepada golongan yang terjejas.”
What happened
14 Oct 2026: minister commits to studying losses and whether funds are available for targeted aid; no allocation decided yet.
Bernama — Government To Assess Targeted Aid For Padi Farmers Affected By Fertiliser Delay““We will study and discuss the issue of losses so that, if funds are available, assistance can be channelled in a targeted manner rather than universally. We are looking at those who experienced yield declines and will assess the situation on a case-by-case basis in affected areas,” he said during the question-and-answer session in the Dewan Rakyat today.”
Status checked 17 Oct 2026
Federal · Dewan Rakyat session, replying to a supplementary question from Sabri Azit (PN-Jerai) · 2026
Where it stands
As of 14 Oct 2026, the government had only committed to assessing the matter: Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said assistance for padi farmers whose yields fell after fertiliser supply delays would be studied case by case and channelled only to those genuinely affected, "if funds are available." No assessment outcome, aid package or fund allocation has been reported, and no newer report on it was found (the only other article is a 15 Apr 2026 statement about general padi aid, which predates this promise).
How it unfolded
On 14 Oct 2026, replying to Sabri Azit (PN-Jerai) in the Dewan Rakyat, Mohamad Sabu promised the government would study, case by case, targeted assistance for padi farmers who lost income from delayed subsidised fertiliser supply, with only genuinely affected farmers considered. The same sitting produced only that commitment to assess — he said losses would be "studied and discussed" and assistance given "if funds are available," and that he had already met MADA management over the delays and proposed to the Prime Minister that underperforming suppliers' services be terminated. The study itself has not been reported as started or concluded, no criteria, list of affected areas or allocation has been announced, and no deadline has been set or missed, so it remains in progress rather than delivered.
Promised
“Soal kerugian tani itu kita akan kaji dan kita akan bincang lagi supaya kalau ada peruntukan di mana-mana, kita akan pergi dalam bentuk sasaran.”
What happened
14 Oct 2026: minister commits only to a case-by-case study of targeted aid; no delivery, allocation or timeline reported.
Bernama — Government To Assess Targeted Aid For Padi Farmers Affected By Fertiliser Delay““We will study and discuss the issue of losses so that, if funds are available, assistance can be channelled in a targeted manner rather than universally. We are looking at those who experienced yield declines and will assess the situation on a case-by-case basis in affected areas,” he said during the question-and-answer session in the Dewan Rakyat today.”
Status checked 17 Oct 2026
Federal · Speech at the opening ceremony of MAHA 2026, MAEPS Serdang · 2026
Mohamad Sabu promised on 29 Aug 2026 at MAHA 2026 that the government would keep strengthening the fisheries and livestock sectors through modernised fishing vessels and farms, high-value aquaculture, feed production technology and biosecurity measures. The only article in the record, dated 16 June, describes general initiatives to modernise the fisheries sector — technology and facility upgrades, entrepreneurship support and backing for B40 fishermen — decided at a 2025 fishermen's development committee meeting, and it predates the promise itself. Nothing in the articles reports whether any of the promised items were started, funded or completed after 29 Aug 2026, so the status cannot be determined from the supplied sources.
Promised
“Mohamad said the government would continue strengthening the fisheries and livestock sectors through the modernisation of fishing vessels and farms, the development of high-value aquaculture industries, the adoption of technology in animal feed production, and enhanced biosecurity measures for disease control.”
What happened
No credible report of the outcome yet.
Status checked 17 Oct 2026
Federal · Facebook post amid Kongres Nasional PKR 2026 · 2026
Where it stands · latest report 17 Aug 2026
As of 17 Aug 2026, the reform agenda is still moving through Parliament rather than delivered: the attorney-general/public prosecutor separation bill is awaiting royal assent, the prime minister term-limit bill failed by two votes in March and has not been re-tabled, and the Sosma and Peaceful Assembly Act amendments remain unfinalised. No article reports any concrete action on the anti-corruption "regardless of position" element of the pledge; the only article whose headline matches that theme is a customer-satisfaction survey with no reporting on corruption cases.
How it unfolded
On 15 Aug 2026 Mohamad pledged that the reform agenda and the fight against corruption would not stop, targeting anyone stealing public funds regardless of position. Two days later (17 Aug 2026), reporting showed the reform agenda still pending: the AG/public prosecutor separation bill was in the process of getting royal assent, the PM term-limit bill had failed to pass by two votes in March and had not been re-tabled, and Sosma and Peaceful Assembly Act amendments were still under discussion with DAP pressing for year-end delivery. Because some reform work has started or been approved but nothing is completed and no deadline set by the promise itself has passed, the status is in_progress; the anti-corruption enforcement side of the pledge is not reported at all.
Promised
““Yang ‘sakau’ duit rakyat, kita lawan. Tak kira siapa, tak kira kedudukan.”
What happened
17 Aug 2026: AG/public prosecutor separation reform advanced to royal assent stage, i.e. started but not completed.
Malaysiakini · 17 Aug 2026 — Gobind wants PM to deliver on four reforms by year end, act with same speed as Tabung Haji RCI“The attorney-general public prosecutor separation bill is in the midst of getting royal assent after the government amended the draft legislation to allow Parliament a more effective role in vetting public prosecutor candidates.”
Status checked 17 Oct 2026
Sabah and Sarawak · Kongres Nasional PKR 2026, MITC Ayer Keroh, Melaka · 2026
Where it stands · latest report 17 Oct 2026
As of 17 Oct 2026, Sabah and Sarawak affairs minister Mustapha Sakmud says 16 of the 29 key issues under MA63 have been fully resolved, three partially resolved and 10 still under negotiation — including a review of the special grant under Article 112D and efforts to raise Sabah and Sarawak's parliamentary representation. The Sabah and Sarawak affairs division has begun formal discussions with the Election Commission on mechanisms to increase parliamentary seats for the two states, so implementation is continuing rather than complete.
How it unfolded
On 15 Aug 2026, Mohamad reportedly committed the government to fighting for Sabah and Sarawak's rights through implementing MA63. On 11 Sept 2026, Prime Minister Anwar chaired the 2026 MA63 Implementation Action Council (MTPMA63) meeting in Kota Kinabalu and called for MA63 implementation to be treated as a national narrative, which PKR Youth chief Muhammad Kamil welcomed, noting that various MA63 matters had been resolved or restored through negotiations. By 17 Oct 2026, Minister Mustapha Sakmud put the scorecard at 16 of 29 key issues fully resolved, three partly resolved and 10 still under negotiation, with talks with the Election Commission just starting on parliamentary representation. Because a substantial part of the agenda remains under negotiation and no deadline has been set or missed, the promise is best described as in progress rather than delivered.
Promised
“Beliau berkata kerajaan turut komited memperjuangkan hak rakyat Sabah dan Sarawak menerusi pelaksanaan Perjanjian Malaysia 1963 (MA63), selain memastikan pertumbuhan ekonomi diterjemahkan kepada peningkatan taraf hidup rakyat serta keupayaan menangani tekanan kos sara hidup.”
What happened
17 Oct 2026: official scorecard of 16/29 resolved, 3 partial, 10 still under negotiation
Free Malaysia Today · 17 Oct 2026 — Don’t label Sabah, Sarawak’s MA63 demands as separatism, says Salleh“Earlier this month, Sabah and Sarawak affairs minister Mustapha Sakmud said 16 of the 29 key issues under MA63 have been fully resolved, while three have been partially resolved, and 10 remain under negotiation.”
11 Sept 2026: MTPMA63 council meeting held; implementation framed as ongoing national agenda
Bernama — Sabah, Sarawak's Experiences Must Be Seen As Part of Malaysia's Shared History - Muhammad Kamil“Earlier, after chairing the 2026 MA63 Implementation Action Council (MTPMA63) meeting in Kota Kinabalu, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the implementation of MA63 must be made part of the national narrative, rather than being viewed merely as an issue specific to Sabah and Sarawak.”
Status checked 17 Oct 2026
Federal (nationwide, fishermen) · Speech at the 41st NEKMAT Annual General Meeting, Kuala Lumpur · 2026
Promised
“Mohamad berkata minggu lepas, pengurusan tertinggi NEKMAT telah membentangkan cadangan projek dan program pembangunan persatuan nelayan di seluruh negara yang melibatkan peruntukan puluhan juta ringgit, yang akan dibawa kepada Kementerian Kewangan semasa perbincangan Bajet 2027 serta menjadi antara keutamaan KPKM.”
What happened
No credible report of the outcome yet.
Status checked 17 Oct 2026
According to Wikidata, Mohamad bin Sabu was born on 1954-10-14 in Penang.
“date of birth: 1954-10-14; place of birth: Penang”
According to Wikipedia, Mohamad bin Sabu enrolled at MARA Institute of Technology (now Universiti Teknologi MARA) for a Diploma in Food Technology but did not complete the course and was dismissed due to involvement in the students' movement circa 1971–1975.
“he did not complete the course and was dismissed due to students' movement circa 1971–1975”
According to Wikidata, Mohamad bin Sabu was a member of Malaysian Islamic Party, 1981–2015.
“member of political party: Malaysian Islamic Party; start: 1981-01-01; end: 2015-01-01”
According to Wikidata, Mohamad bin Sabu held the position of Pesuruhjaya PAS Pulau Pinang, 2007–2009.
“position held: Pesuruhjaya PAS Pulau Pinang; start: 2007-01-01; end: 2009-01-01”
According to Wikipedia, Mohamad bin Sabu joined PAS in 1981 and served as the party's Deputy President from 2011 to 2015 before being ousted at the 2015 PAS leadership election alongside other progressive leaders.
“He joined PAS in 1981. He had served as Deputy President of PAS, a former component party of the former Pakatan Rakyat (PR) and Barisan Alternatif (BA) opposition coalitions, from 2011 to 2015.”
According to Wikidata, Mohamad bin Sabu held the position of Pesuruhjaya PAS Pulau Pinang, 2013–2015.
“position held: Pesuruhjaya PAS Pulau Pinang; start: 2013-01-01; end: 2015-01-01”
According to Wikipedia, Mohamad bin Sabu has served as the 1st and founding President of Parti Amanah Negara (AMANAH) since September 2015.
“He has also served as the 1st and founding President of AMANAH since September 2015.”
According to Wikidata, Mohamad bin Sabu was a member of National Trust Party, from 2015.
“member of political party: National Trust Party; start: 2015-01-01”
According to Wikipedia, Mohamad bin Sabu served as Minister of Defence in the Pakatan Harapan administration under former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad from May 2018 to the collapse of the PH administration in February 2020.
“Minister of Defence in the PH administration under former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad from May 2018 to the collapse of the PH administration in February 2020”
According to Wikipedia, on 28 June 2018 Mohamad bin Sabu announced that Malaysia would withdraw its troops stationed in Saudi Arabia to reflect the country's neutrality in the region.
“On 28 June 2018, Mat Sabu announced that Malaysia will withdraw its troops stationed in Saudi Arabia to reflect the country's neutrality in the region.”
According to Wikipedia, on 31 July 2018 Mohamad bin Sabu revealed to the press that only four of the Royal Malaysian Air Force's 18 Russian fighter jets were operational.
“Mat Sabu revealed to the press that only four of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF)'s 18 Russian fighter jets were operational.”
According to Wikipedia, Mohamad bin Sabu has served as Minister of Agriculture and Food Security in the Unity Government administration under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim since November 2022.
“has served as the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security in the Unity Government administration under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim since November 2022”
According to Wikidata, Mohamad bin Sabu held the position of member of the Dewan Rakyat for Kota Raja (Pakatan Harapan), from 2022.
“position held: member of the Dewan Rakyat; electoral district: Kota Raja; parliamentary group: Pakatan Harapan; start: 2022-11-19”
Arrests, charges, convictions, sentences, acquittals and pardons as reported by credible sources. Each item is marked with its stage — a charge is not a conviction — and outcomes are listed where reported.
According to Wikipedia, Mohamad bin Sabu was charged on 21 September 2011 under Section 500 of the Penal Code at the Butterworth Sessions Court over a talk at Padang Menora on 21 August 2011 concerning the Bukit Kepong Incident.
“Mat Sabu was charged under Section 500 of the Penal Code at the Butterworth Sessions Court for aggravating the image of their police and their families in a talk at Padang Menora on 21 August 2011.”
Allegations and investigations as reported by credible outlets. An allegation is not a finding; read each with its stage and source.
According to Wikipedia, Mat Sabu was detained from 1984 to 1986 under Malaysia's Internal Security Act on charges of being involved in extremist movements.
“He was detained twice under the Internal Security Act (ISA): from 1984 to 1986 under charges of being involved in extremist movements”
According to Wikipedia, Mat Sabu was detained from 1987 to 1989 as a result of Operation Lalang at the Kamunting Detention Center.
“and from 1987 to 1989 as a result of Operation Lalang, an operation that remains controversial in Malaysian politics.”
According to Wikipedia, on 20 September 2011 Mohamad bin Sabu's home in Section 19, Shah Alam, was splashed with kerosene and burned while occupied by his son, and a police report was lodged at the Section 15 police station.
“On 20 September 2011, his home was splashed with kerosene and burned. His home in Section 19, Shah Alam was occupied by his son.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Mohamad Sabu confirmed he had given a statement to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM), recorded on 16 September, to assist the investigation into the delayed supply of fertilizer to rice farmers in Kedah.
“media melaporkan Ketua Pesuruhjaya SPRM, Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman mengesahkan keterangan Mohamad telah dirakam pada 16 September lalu”
Sinar Harian reported that Mohamad Sabu expressed confidence that voters in the Bukit Katil state assembly constituency would re-elect Adly Zahari in the 16th Melaka state election, based on the response to the candidate.
““Dari segi sambutan rakyat, kami berkeyakinan Adly akan dipilih semula oleh penduduk di sini. Itu harapan kami,” katanya kepada pemberita di Pusat Penamaan Calon DUN Bukit Katil di Dewan Tun Ali di sini pada Sabtu.”
Astro Awani reported that Amanah president Mohamad Sabu was present at the Bukit Katil nomination centre to show support for the Pakatan Harapan candidate.
“Di pihak PH, antara yang kelihatan ialah Presiden Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah), Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu serta Ketua Wanita Amanah, Aiman Athirah Sabu.”
Astro Awani reported that Mohamad Sabu said BN and PH are both in the federal government, that this arrangement may leave voters confused, and that PH will explain the political situation to voters during the campaign.
“"Memang sokongan rakyat agak sedikit keliru sebab BN pun dalam kerajaan, PH pun dalam kerajaan."”
Astro Awani reported that Mohamad Sabu said PH will concentrate its campaign operations in the areas contested by the coalition throughout the 14-day campaign period.
“"Insya-Allah, kita berkempen sebab kita pun bertanding tidak semua dan kita tumpu tempat yang kita bertanding di bawah Pakatan Harapan," katanya.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Mohamad Sabu said the allocation of the remaining seven Amanah seats is still under discussion by the party's Presidential Council within Pakatan Harapan, with the final decision to be made before the candidate announcement on 24 October.
“Presidennya Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu bagaimanapun berkata, penetapanan tujuh lagi kerusi itu masih dalam perbincangan Majlis Presiden parti dalam Pakatan Harapan (PH).”
Sinar Harian reported that Mohamad Sabu said Amanah intends to defend the Bukit Katil state assembly seat it currently holds in the Melaka state election.
“Kecuali Bukit Katil itu sudah tentu kami mahu pertahankan”
Sinar Harian reported that Amanah president Mohamad Sabu said Amanah was allocated eight of the 28 seats Pakatan Harapan will contest in the Melaka state election on 14 November, adding that final negotiations on the seat allocation had not yet been concluded and would be settled in a joint PH meeting.
“Amanah diperuntukkan lapan kerusi. Cuma belum dimuktamadkan lagi di kerusi mana-mana.”
Sinar Harian reported that Amanah President Mohamad Sabu said Pakatan Harapan is capable of winning the Negeri Sembilan state election if it is held again amid the state's political crisis.
“"Kalau PRN lagi, PH boleh menang tapi kami harap mereka dapat mencari jalan penyelesaian," katanya dalam sidang akhbar selepas Konvensyen Amanah negeri Kelantan 2026 di sini pada Jumaat.”
Bernama reported that Mohamad Sabu was re-elected as President of Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) for the 2023-2026 term, his third term, at the party's National Convention.
“Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu retains the Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) presidency for the third term after he was elected in a special meeting of the party's National Leadership Committee for the 2023-2026 term.”
Free Malaysia Today reported that Amanah president Mohamad Sabu identified himself as a five-term MP and urged Melaka voters to support Pakatan Harapan in the Nov 14 state polls, drawing parallels between the Negeri Sembilan political crisis and the 2020 Sheraton Move.
“Amanah president Mohamad Sabu has called on voters in Melaka to vote for Pakatan Harapan (PH) in the Nov 14 state polls, urging them to learn from the political crisis which Barisan Nasional (BN) triggered in Negeri Sembilan.”
Sinar Harian reported that Mohamad bin Sabu said the El Nino heat phenomenon was forecast to raise temperatures to as much as 40 degrees Celsius and risked lowering water levels in dams and lakes supplying irrigation and domestic use in the northern peninsula.
“Menteri Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu berkata, fenomena cuaca panas itu berisiko mengurangkan paras air di empangan dan tasik yang membekalkan sumber air bagi pengairan sawah, tanaman serta kegunaan domestik di utara Semenanjung.Menurut beliau, suhu ketika fenomena berkenaan dijangka boleh mencecah sehingga 40 darjah Celsius berdasarkan ramalan semasa.”
Kosmo reported that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said the government was examining measures to address rising agricultural input costs, including sales tax exemptions, price and supply monitoring, and more efficient use of agricultural inputs, following a pre-council meeting with ministry officials ahead of Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat.
““Perbincangan memberi tumpuan kepada langkah kerajaan menangani peningkatan kos input, termasuk pengecualian cukai jualan, pemantauan harga dan bekalan serta penggunaan input pertanian secara lebih cekap,” katanya menerusi satu hantaran di laman Facebook, hari ini.”
Sinar Harian reported that Mohamad Sabu said the ministry is studying preparatory measures for the El Nino phenomenon with the food security-related committee chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof.
“Kami sedang meneliti langkah persediaan bagi menghadapi fenomena itu bersama jawatankuasa berkaitan sekuriti makanan yang diketuai Timbalan Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof”
Sinar Harian reported that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said his ministry is preparing early measures to protect the incomes of coastal fishermen should the El Nino phenomenon raise temperatures to 40 degrees Celsius.
“Menteri Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu berkata, persediaan awal dibuat pihak kementerian itu bagi melindungi sumber pendapatan mereka.”
Kosmo reported that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said the government allocated RM6.92 billion to his ministry under Budget 2027 to strengthen the national food supply chain, comprising RM4.85 billion for management expenditure and RM2.07 billion for development.
“Kerajaan memperuntukkan RM6.92 bilion kepada Kementerian Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan (KPKM) menerusi Belanjawan 2027 bagi memperkukuh rantaian bekalan makanan, daripada pengeluaran di sawah dan laut hingga ke pasaran.”
Bernama reported that Mohamad Sabu urged the public to revive the spirit of the 1974 Green Book Policy to raise food self-sufficiency, reduce dependence on food imports and address the rising cost of living, and said the government will continue strengthening the fisheries and livestock sectors through modernisation, high-value aquaculture, technology in animal feed production and enhanced biosecurity.
“Mohamad urged the public to raise awareness of the critical importance of national food self-sufficiency by reviving the spirit of the Green Book Policy, introduced in 1974 by the country's second Prime Minister, the late Tun Abdul Razak.”
Bernama reported that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu said MAHA 2026 will mark a new chapter for the nation's agricultural sector by prioritising sustainability in the agrifood industry, including efficient electricity use, waste and food management, reducing single-use plastics, regenerative agriculture and recycling.
“I hope MAHA 2026 will mark a new chapter for the nation's agricultural sector, where we begin taking steps to prioritise and focus on sustainability. Let us not regard the sustainability of the agriculture and agrifood sectors, or sustainable practices, as trivial matters”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Mohamad Sabu said the Negeri Sembilan crisis must be resolved immediately because the absence of an EXCO line-up disrupts administration and ultimately affects the people.
“Kemelut ini perlu diselesaikan segera kerana ketiadaan barisan Ahli Majlis Mesyuarat Kerajaan Negeri (Exco) menjejaskan kelancaran pentadbiran dan akhirnya memberi kesan kepada rakyat.”
Astro Awani reported that the newly constituted NAFAS Advisory Council comprises a chairman, three advisory members and five administrators, with former Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Zainal Rahim Seman appointed as its chairman; Mohamad Sabu said the council has begun its duties and will design new structure and reforms for NAFAS.
“Khamis lepas bekas Ketua Pengarah Perkhidmatan Awam Tan Sri Zainal Rahim Seman dilantik sebagai Pengerusi Majlis Penasihat NAFAS.”
Astro Awani reported that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu stated that the constitution of NAFAS (Pertubuhan Peladang Kebangsaan) was suspended with effect from 1 November 2024 under Section 20(1) of the Farmers' Organization Act 1973 to improve the organization's governance following internal conflicts, and that the matter had been discussed with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi before the decision was made.
“Perlembagaan NAFAS digantung berkuat kuasa 1 Nov lepas bagi menambah baik tatakelola dan tadbir urus pertubuhan berkenaan dengan arahan dikeluarkan di bawah Seksyen 20 (1) Akta Pertubuhan Peladang 1973 susulan konflik dalaman dan ketidakharmonian yang telah menjejaskan operasi serta fungsinya.”
Astro Awani reported that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu defended his appointment of five political leaders as new chairmen of federal statutory bodies under his ministry, effective 15 May, made with the agreement of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
“Pada Rabu, Mohamad telah memaklumkan pelantikan pengerusi lima badan berkanun persekutuan melibatkan pemimpin politik berkuat kuasa mulai 15 Mei ini setelah mendapat persetujuan daripada Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.”
Contested 12 elections, won 5.
| Election | Seat | Ticket | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GE15 (2022) | P111 Kota Raja | AMANAH · PH | 123,306 62.4% | Won by 73,998 |
| GE14 (2018) | P111 Kota Raja | AMANAH · PH | 90,697 70.8% | Won by 71,142 |
| GE13 (2013) | P11 Pendang | PAS · PR | 29,527 47.9% | 2nd of 2 |
| GE12 (2008) | P36 Kuala Terengganu | PAS · PR | 31,934 49.0% | 2nd of 3 |
| Kedah state election 2004 | N14 Alor Mengkudu | PAS · BA | 6,268 40.8% | 2nd of 2 |
| GE11 (2004) | P10 Kuala Kedah | PAS · BA | 26,493 41.9% | 2nd of 2 |
| GE10 (1999) | P10 Kuala Kedah | PAS · BA | 23,548 51.1% | Won by 991 |
| GE9 (1995) | P24 Kubang Kerian | PAS · APU | 21,377 65.5% | Won by 10,125 |
| GE8 (1990) | P22 Nilam Puri | PAS · APU | 19,596 62.1% | Won by 8,139 |
| GE7 (1986) | P41 Permatang Pauh | PAS · HAK | 7,500 29.4% | 2nd of 2 |
| Pulau Pinang state election 1982 | N9 Penanti | PAS | 2,844 33.7% | 2nd of 2 |
| GE6 (1982) | P35 Kepala Batas | PAS | 4,115 16.8% | 2nd of 3 |
Official gazetted results via the Malaysian Election Corpus (grade A record).
Collected automatically from credible outlets and Wikipedia, then cross-checked: Verified items match the official record, Confirmed items were reported by two or more different outlets, and single-source items are one outlet’s report. Partisan and anonymous claims are never shown.