Candidate · N27 Merlimau (2021)
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Overall due diligence
High
Enhanced due diligence required
A national party wing leader and state executive councillor carries high office-based PEP exposure, and the records show an unresolved criminal charge and two civil defamation judgments, so enhanced due diligence is warranted.
Electoral resilience
Medium
Only one contest appears in the records: a 2021 Melaka state win in Merlimau with 5,633 votes and a 3,248 majority. He says UMNO entrusted him with defending the seat in the 14 November 2026 state election, subject to nomination day.
Political continuity
Elevated
UMNO/BN affiliation is continuous across the records, but there were repeated resignation announcements from his Melaka exco post and a public call for UMNO to quit the Unity Government. One resignation was rejected by the Chief Minister and he is later recorded in the post.
Integrity signal
Concern
A charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code is pending with a not-guilty plea and the prosecution's rejection of his representation to drop it; civil defamation judgments were entered against him. No conviction appears in the records.
Financial / corporate
Open
The records contain no company-registry, GLC, asset-declaration, credit or court-registry checks. They show only a judgment debt of RM250,000 plus RM50,000 costs, a RM45,000 sibling judgment and donations received into his personal account.
How much due-diligence attention each area needs — not a finding of wrongdoing.
National UMNO Youth chief, state assemblyman and state executive councillor — senior political exposure arising from office.
Records document direct dealings with the UMNO president and the Melaka Chief Minister and a national wing leadership post.
Holds a state portfolio covering rural development, agriculture and food security and has publicly questioned the RM2.1 billion rural road allocation; no record of him approving contracts.
No company, GLC or foundation role appears in the records.
Two defamation judgments with damages and injunctions, an indicated appeal, and a judicial review of his prosecution.
Charge pending under Section 505(b) with representation rejected, and a 2024 detention under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act; no conviction recorded.
Judgment debt and public donations to a personal account are documented, but no asset, company or credit information is covered.
Repeated defamation liability, viral social media statements, a public fundraising episode and recorded remarks describing a coalition partner as an enemy.
Charged in August 2025 over an 11 August 2025 social media post alleged to be likely to cause public alarm and unrest; he pleaded not guilty and his representation to have the charge dropped was rejected.N29N8N28N7N9
Status: Pending; mention had been set for 10 November 2025 and the representation was rejected in October 2026.
Application filed in the Penang High Court on 27 February 2026 challenging the decision to prosecute, with arguments on selective enforcement and inconsistent treatment of similar cases.N2N1
Status: Pending; hearing set for 16 June 2026.
High Court in Melaka allowed the suit, awarding RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages and RM50,000 in costs, with a mandatory injunction to remove the statements and an injunction against further publication; he was the sole defendant over a September 2024 TikTok video.N34N33N32N27
Status: Judgment entered; he said he would appeal after consulting lawyers.
Melaka Sessions Court found him liable for defamation over a 26 August 2022 Facebook post and ordered RM45,000 in damages to his elder brother.N19
Status: Judgment entered in December 2023; no appeal is recorded.
Muhamad Akmal bin Saleh is a national party wing leader and Melaka state executive councillor whose record combines substantial political standing with unresolved legal exposure. The records show a pending Section 505(b) Penal Code charge on a not-guilty plea with his representation rejected, a pending judicial review of the prosecution, and two adverse civil defamation judgments including RM250,000 damages and RM50,000 costs. Corporate, asset and credit checks are not covered at all, so the financial picture rests only on a judgment debt and public donations to his personal account. Enhanced due diligence should focus on court records and official corporate and asset searches rather than on the political record, which is largely documented.
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According to Wikidata, Muhamad Akmal bin Saleh was born on 1988-07-02.
“date of birth: 1988-07-02”
According to Wikidata, Muhamad Akmal bin Saleh held the position of member of the Melaka State Legislative Assembly, 2021–2026.
“position held: member of the Melaka State Legislative Assembly; start: 2021-11-20; end: 2026-09-23”
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, in December 2023 the Melaka Sessions Court ordered Akmal Saleh to pay RM45,000 in damages to his elder brother Dr Solehin Saleh after finding him liable for defamation over a Facebook post dated 26 August 2022.
“In December 2023, the Melaka sessions court ordered state executive councilor Dr Akmal Saleh to pay RM45,000 in damages to his elder brother after finding him liable for defamation. Dr Solehin Saleh filed the suit against Akmal in September 2023.”
Bernama reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh pleaded not guilty in August 2025 to a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code of issuing a statement likely to cause public alarm and unrest through a social media post on 11 Aug 2025.
“In August 2025, Dr Muhamad Akmal pleaded not guilty to a charge of issuing a statement likely to cause public alarm and public unrest.”
The Vibes reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh pleaded not guilty in August last year to a charge of making a statement that could cause public alarm, made in a Facebook video, and that he was in court on 26 October 2026 for the decision on his representation to have the case, over an allegedly inverted flag, dropped.
“In August last year, he pleaded not guilty to a charge of making a statement that could cause public alarm.”
Malaysiakini reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh was charged under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a social media post made around 3pm on 11 August 2025 that could have caused public alarm and distress, and pleaded not guilty in August 2025.
“Pada Ogos 2025, Dr Muhamad Akmal mengaku tidak bersalah atas pertuduhan mengeluarkan kenyataan yang berkemungkinan menimbulkan kegentaran awam dan kegusaran awam.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that in August 2025 Dr Muhamad Akmal pleaded not guilty to a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a social media statement alleged to be likely to cause public alarm and unrest.
“In August 2025, Dr Muhamad Akmal pleaded not guilty to a charge of issuing a statement likely to cause public alarm and public unrest.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh, UMNO Youth chief and Merlimau assemblyman, was charged on 22 August 2025 at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a Facebook video posted on 11 August 2025 in which he demanded the Attorney General's Chambers act within two days against a person who displayed the Jalur Gemilang upside down, failing which he would "teach" that person how to display the flag correctly.
“Pada 22 Ogos lalu, Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Merlimau itu didakwa memuat naik satu kenyataan di akaun Facebook ‘Akmal Saleh’ kira-kira pukul 3 petang pada 11 Ogos 2025”
Utusan Malaysia reported that the Magistrate's Court in Bukit Mertajam set 10 November 2025 for the next mention of Muhamad Akmal Saleh's case, to allow the prosecution to submit additional documents.
“Mahkamah Majistret di sini hari ini menetapkan 10 November depan sebagai tarikh sebutan semula bagi kes melibatkan Ketua Pemuda UMNO, Datuk Dr. Muhamad Akmal Saleh yang didakwa mengeluarkan kenyataan sehingga mendatangkan kegusaran awam, bulan lepas.”
Sinar Harian reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh was charged under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code for allegedly making a statement causing public alarm via his Facebook account at 3pm on 11 August.
“Beliau didakwa membuat kenyataan berunsur kegusaran awam menerusi akaun Facebook miliknya pada jam 3 petang, 11 Ogos lalu.”
Sinar Harian reported that the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court set 10 November 2025 for the next mention of his case, with the prosecution still to hand over additional documents under Section 51A of the Criminal Procedure Code.
“Mahkamah Majistret Bukit Mertajam hari ini menetapkan 10 November depan bagi sebutan semula kes melibatkan Ketua Pemuda UMNO, Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh”
Focus Malaysia reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh pleaded not guilty on 22 August 2025 to a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a Facebook statement alleged to have caused public fear, in connection with an upside-down Jalur Gemilang incident in Kepala Batas, Penang.
“On Aug 22 last year, the 38-year-old Merlimau state assemblyman who is popular with his “No Fear, No Surrender” tagline pleaded not guilty to a charge of making a statement on Facebook that allegedly caused public fear.”
Bernama reported that Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh pleaded not guilty in August 2025 to a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a social media statement issued around 3 pm on 11 August 2025 that was alleged to be likely to cause public alarm and unrest.
“In August 2025, Dr Muhamad Akmal pleaded not guilty to a charge of issuing a statement likely to cause public alarm and public unrest.”
The Vibes reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh was charged at the Magistrates' Court in Bukit Mertajam on 22 August 2025 under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a Facebook post dated 11 August alleged to have caused public alarm, and that he pleaded not guilty.
“He pleaded not guilty under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, which carries a maximum penalty of two years’ imprisonment, a fine, or both upon conviction.”
Focus Malaysia reported that Akmal pleaded not guilty on 22 Aug last year to a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code of making a Facebook statement that allegedly caused public fear, in connection with the upside-down Jalur Gemilang incident in Kepala Batas, Penang, and that the prosecution rejected his representation to drop the charge.
“On Aug 22 last year, the 38-year-old Merlimau state assemblyman who is popular with his “No Fear, No Surrender” tagline pleaded not guilty to a charge of making a statement on Facebook that allegedly caused public fear.”
Bernama reported that the High Court in Melaka allowed Teresa Kok's defamation suit against Muhamad Akmal and awarded her RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages, to be paid by him.
“Seputeh Member of Parliament Teresa Kok has won her defamation suit against UMNO Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, with the High Court here awarding her RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages.”
Bernama reported that the court ordered Muhamad Akmal to pay RM50,000 in costs and granted a mandatory injunction requiring him to remove the defamatory statements from all social media platforms, plus an injunction restraining further publication.
“The court further ordered Dr Muhamad Akmal to pay RM50,000 in costs and granted a mandatory injunction requiring him to remove the impugned statements from all social media platforms.”
Bernama reported that the prosecution rejected a representation by Muhamad Akmal Saleh seeking to have the charge dropped, as conveyed by Penang State Prosecution Director Muna Mohamed Jaafar in the Magistrates' Court in Bukit Mertajam.
“The Magistrates' Court was told today that the prosecution has rejected a representation by UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh seeking to drop his charge of causing alarm to public safety through his social media account last year.”
Bernama reported that the court fixed 4 Jan 2027 for mention of the case pending a second representation by the defence, with the prosecution stating it had no objection and would forward it to the Attorney General's Chambers.
“The court then fixed Jan 4, 2027 as the next mention date for developments regarding the second representation.”
Sinar Harian reported that the Melaka High Court ordered Muhamad Akmal Saleh to pay RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages to Teresa Kok after she won her defamation suit against him, and also ordered an injunction, removal of the disputed statements from social media, and RM50,000 in costs.
“Teresa Kok memenangi saman fitnah terhadap Muhamad Akmal apabila Mahkamah Tinggi Melaka memerintahkan pembayaran ganti rugi am dan ganti rugi teruk berjumlah RM250,000 kepada beliau.”
Sinar Harian reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh said he would file an appeal against the court's decision in the defamation suit filed by Teresa Kok, pending discussion with his lawyers.
“Insya-ALLAH, dalam sehari dua hari ini, nanti kita akan beri keputusan mengenai sama ada kita nak 'appeal' atau pun tidak”
Malaysiakini reported that the prosecution rejected Muhamad Akmal Saleh's representation seeking to have the charge of creating alarm over public safety through his social media account dropped, as conveyed by Penang prosecution director Muna Mohamed Jaafar in the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court.
“Mahkamah Majistret di Bukit Mertajam hari ini diberitahu bahawa pihak pendakwaan menolak representasi dikemukakan Ketua Pemuda UMNO Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh bagi menggugurkan pertuduhan menimbulkan kegentaran terhadap keselamatan awam menerusi akaun media sosialnya tahun lepas.”
Malaysiakini reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh's defence team, led by lawyer Aizat Azam together with 10 other lawyers, will file a second representation after the first was rejected, with the court fixing 4 January 2027 for mention.
“Bagaimanapun, peguam Aizat Azam yang mewakili Dr Muhamad Akmal bersama-sama 10 peguam lain berkata pihak pembelaan akan memohon untuk mengemukakan representasi kedua selepas representasi terdahulu itu ditolak.”
According to Wikipedia, in October 2026 the High Court in Melaka found Akmal Saleh liable for defamation of Seputeh MP Teresa Kok over remarks about halal certification disputes, ordering him to pay RM50,000 in legal costs on top of the RM250,000 suit.
“In October 2026, Dr Akmal Saleh was found guilty for defamation against Seputeh MP Teresa Kok for remarks he made pertaining to disputes on halal certification. The High Court in Melaka also order Dr Akmal to pay RM50,000 in legal costs to Teresa in addition to the RM250,000 suit.”
Bernama reported that the Melaka High Court ruled against Muhamad Akmal Saleh in a civil defamation suit brought by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, awarding her RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages and ordering him to pay RM50,000 in costs, and granting injunctions restraining further defamatory statements and requiring removal of the impugned statements from social media.
“this court is of the opinion that a global sum of RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages is fair, reasonable and proportionate”
The Edge Malaysia reported that the prosecution rejected his representation to drop the charge, that the defence will file a second representation, and that the court fixed Jan 4, 2027 for the next mention.
“the prosecution has rejected a representation by Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh seeking to drop his charge of causing alarm to public safety through his social media account last year”
The Vibes reported that the Melaka High Court ordered Muhamad Akmal Saleh to pay general and aggravated damages to DAP veteran Teresa Kok and issued an injunction barring him from making defamatory statements against the Seputeh MP.
“The fundraising drive followed a Melaka High Court order requiring Akmal to pay general and aggravated damages to DAP veteran Teresa Kok, as well as an injunction barring him from making defamatory statements against the Seputeh MP in future.”
Astro Awani reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh, UMNO Youth chief, lost a civil defamation suit filed by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, with the court ordering him to pay RM300,000 in total, comprising RM250,000 in damages and RM50,000 in legal costs.
“Ketua Pemuda UMNO, Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh kalah dalam kes saman fitnah yang difailkan Ahli Parlimen Seputeh, Teresa Kok dan diperintahkan membayar ganti rugi serta kos keseluruhan RM300,000.”
Astro Awani reported that the court ordered Muhamad Akmal to delete the related postings within seven days and granted an injunction restraining him from repeating defamatory statements against Teresa Kok.
“Mahkamah turut memerintahkan Muhamad Akmal memadamkan hantaran berkaitan dalam tempoh tujuh hari, selain mengeluarkan perintah injunksi bagi menghalangnya mengulangi kenyataan berunsur fitnah terhadap Teresa.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Akmal lost a defamation suit brought by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok and was ordered by the court to pay RM300,000 in damages and costs, and that he has not yet decided whether to file an appeal.
“Ketua Pemuda UMNO, Datuk Dr. Muhamad Akmal Saleh masih belum memutuskan sama ada mahu memfailkan rayuan atau tidak terhadap keputusan mahkamah yang memerintahkan beliau membayar ganti rugi serta kos keseluruhan RM300,000 kepada Ahli Parlimen Seputeh, Teresa Kok selepas kalah dalam saman fitnah sebelum ini.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Akmal was charged with issuing a statement that caused public alarm over the Jalur Gemilang issue last year, and attended the Magistrates' Court for the decision on his representation to have the charge dropped.
“Beliau sebelum itu hadir ke Mahkamah Majistret di sini untuk mendengar keputusan representasi bagi menggugurkan pertuduhan terhadapnya selepas didakwa mengeluarkan kenyataan yang mendatangkan kegusaran awam susulan isu Jalur Gemilang, tahun lepas.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that the High Court in Melaka ordered Muhamad Akmal Saleh to pay RM250,000 in damages and RM50,000 in costs to Teresa Kok in a defamation suit over a video statement uploaded to social media in September 2024, and issued a permanent injunction and an order to delete the video from his social media accounts within seven days.
“MELAKA: Mahkamah Tinggi di sini hari ini memerintahkan Ketua Pemuda UMNO, Datuk Dr. Muhamad Akmal Saleh membayar ganti rugi sebanyak RM250,000 dan kos RM50,000 kepada Ahli Parlimen Seputeh, Teresa Kok berhubung saman fitnah susulan kenyataan video yang dimuat naik di media sosial pada September 2024.”
The Vibes reported that the Melaka High Court on 19 October 2026 ordered UMNO Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to pay RM250,000 in damages and RM50,000 in costs to Seputeh MP Teresa Kok in a defamation suit over a TikTok video posted on 7 September 2024, and issued a permanent injunction restraining republication and requiring removal of the video from his social media accounts within seven days.
“THE High Court in Melaka today ordered UMNO Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to pay RM250,000 in damages and RM50,000 in costs to Seputeh Member of Parliament Teresa Kok, in relation to a defamation suit concerning a statement uploaded to social media.”
The Vibes reported that the Melaka High Court on 19 October 2026 ordered Muhamad Akmal Saleh to pay Teresa Kok RM250,000 in damages and RM50,000 in costs after finding him liable for defamation over remarks about a proposed halal certification initiative.
“The Melaka High Court on Oct 19 ordered him to pay Teresa RM250,000 in damages and RM50,000 in costs after finding him liable for defamation over remarks concerning a proposed halal certification initiative.”
The Vibes reported that Akmal said he would sell his Honda X-ADV motorcycle and the tilapia he farms to settle the RM300,000 judgment himself rather than ask supporters for funds, saying he had no land or house to sell.
“With his savings falling short, Akmal said he had decided to sell two possessions he held dear: his Honda X-ADV motorcycle and the tilapia he had been farming.”
The Vibes reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh filed a judicial review application in the High Court in Penang on 27 February 2026 challenging the Attorney General's decision to prosecute him, with the hearing set for 16 June 2026.
“the application was filed on February 27 and is scheduled for hearing on June 16”
Sinar Harian reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh offered a Honda X-ADV motorcycle and his tilapia stock for auction to raise funds to pay compensation and court costs of RM300,000 arising from a court case.
“Dr Muhamad Akmal menawarkan motosikal jenis Honda X-ADV dan ternakan ikan tilapia yang diusahakan untuk dibida penyokong dan rakan, dalam usaha mengumpul dana bagi membayar ganti rugi serta kos mahkamah berjumlah RM300,000.”
Bernama reported that the Magistrates' Court fixed 4 January 2027 for mention to hear developments on the defence's second representation, and that the prosecution said it had no objection and would forward it to the Attorney General's Chambers.
“The court then fixed Jan 4, 2027 as the next mention date for developments regarding the second representation.”
Bernama reported that on 19 October the Melaka High Court, through Judicial Commissioner Datuk Isa Aziz Ibrahim, allowed Teresa Kok's civil defamation suit against Muhamad Akmal, awarding RM250,000 in general and aggravated damages, RM50,000 in costs, and an injunction barring him from making or publishing defamatory statements about her in future, plus a mandatory order to delete the disputed statements from all social media platforms.
“MELAKA, 19 Okt (Bernama) -- Ahli Parlimen Seputeh Teresa Kok memenangi saman fitnah terhadap Ketua Pemuda UMNO Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh dan memperoleh ganti rugi am serta ganti rugi teruk berjumlah RM250,000.”
Bernama reported that the prosecution rejected Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh's representation seeking to drop his charge of causing alarm to public safety through his social media account.
“the prosecution has rejected a representation by UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh seeking to drop his charge of causing alarm to public safety through his social media account last year”
Allegations and investigations as reported by credible outlets. An allegation is not a finding; read each with its stage and source.
Malaysiakini reported that Umno Youth chief Muhamad Akmal Saleh described claims of threats and bribery directed at Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor as serious and urged Hajiji, the police and the MACC to clarify whether reports had been lodged and what the outcome of any investigation was.
“"Ini adalah dakwaan yang serius. Adakah laporan polis telah dibuat? Adakah laporan kepada SPRM telah difailkan? Jika ada laporan yang dibuat, apakah hasil siasatan atau siasatan-siasatan yang telah dilakukan?" soalnya.”
Bernama reported that Kok's statement of claim, filed on 25 Oct 2024, alleged that Muhamad Akmal made insulting and derogatory remarks in a TikTok video posted on 7 Sept 2024 portraying her as lacking knowledge on halal certification and as opposing government policies on Islamic practices.
“The alleged defamatory remarks appeared in a video posted by Dr Muhamad Akmal on TikTok on Sept 7, 2024.”
Astro Awani reported that Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain confirmed Muhamad Akmal Saleh was detained at Kota Kinabalu International Airport for investigations under the Sedition Act 1948 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, and taken to the Kota Kinabalu district police headquarters for questioning.
“Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain confirmed that UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has been detained at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport earlier today for investigations under the Sedition Act 1948 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.”
Astro Awani reported that Teresa Kok's suit, filed on 25 October 2024, concerned a TikTok video Muhamad Akmal uploaded on 7 September 2024 during the controversy over halal certification.
“Teresa memfailkan saman pada 25 Oktober 2024 susulan video TikTok yang dimuat naik Muhamad Akmal pada 7 September tahun sama, ketika tercetus polemik berhubung isu pensijilan halal.”
Bernama reported that the suit, filed on 25 October 2024, concerned a video Muhamad Akmal uploaded to TikTok on 7 September 2024 which the court found to be defamatory of Teresa Kok, portraying her as lacking knowledge on halal certification and as opposing the government's policy on Islamic practices.
“Kenyataan itu dibuat dalam video yang dimuat naik oleh Dr Muhamad Akmal di platform TikTok pada 7 Sept 2024.”
Sinar Harian reported that the Attorney General's Chambers said it had reviewed the police investigation papers on statements made by Muhamad Akmal Saleh on his Facebook page and had decided to bring a charge against him under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code for statements found to threaten public order, to be filed at a Magistrate's Court soon.
““Berdasarkan keterangan dan bukti yang diperoleh, jabatan ini memutuskan untuk mengemukakan pertuduhan di bawah Seksyen 505(b) Kanun Keseksaan [Akta 574] terhadap YB Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh dan YB Muhammad Hilman Idham,” menurut kenyataan tersebut.”
Sinar Harian reported that the Attorney General's Chambers said the statements by the individuals involved, including Muhamad Akmal Saleh, were found to have threatened public order or to constitute improper use of network facilities or network services.
““Kenyataan-kenyataan yang dibuat oleh kesemua individu terbabit didapati telah menggugat ketenteraman awam atau merupakan penggunaan yang tidak wajar terhadap kemudahan rangkaian atau perkhidmatan rangkaian,” jelasnya.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that the Attorney General's Chambers said Umno Youth chief Datuk Muhamad Akmal Saleh is to be charged, along with two others, under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code over a statement published with intent to cause fear or alarm to the public, following police investigation papers.
“Muhamad Akmal, along with two others, is to be charged under Section 505(b) of Penal Code, which concerns publishing a statement with the intent to cause fear or alarm to the public, the AGC said in a statement late on Tuesday.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Muhamad Akmal said he was performing umrah in Mecca and would cut it short to return to face the charges at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court at 8am on Friday, 22 August.
“"I am currently performing umrah in Mecca. I will cut it short and return to face the charges at 8am on Friday at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Muhamad Akmal gave his statement to the police on 16 August over an assembly held in Kepala Batas, Penang, earlier that week, after police opened an investigation into a viral Facebook video and received a report on 12 August.
“Muhamad Akmal reportedly gave his statement to the police on Aug 16 over an assembly that took place in Kepala Batas, Penang, earlier that week.”
The Vibes reported that Akmal said his year-pending court case has not affected his preparations for the Melaka state election and that he is prepared to step aside as a candidate if his candidacy is considered a liability to the party, a position he said he conveyed to Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
““For me, it no longer affects me because we have been mentally prepared for a year. Whether I can continue or not, we are still in this situation,””
The Vibes reported that Akmal asked the public to stop sending him money and said he wanted contributors' permission to channel the donations to people in need, with distribution details to be published on social media.
“Akmal said he wanted contributors’ permission to channel the donations to people who needed assistance, adding that he would publish details of the distribution on social media.”
Astro Awani reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh alleged DAP leaders had repeatedly raised issues touching the sensitivities of religion, race and the Malay Rulers, which he said caused tension with DAP's leadership.
“Ketegangan di antara Akmal dan pimpinan DAP timbul selepas beliau mendakwa pemimpin parti itu berulang kali membangkitkan isu yang menyentuh sensitiviti agama, bangsa, dan Raja-raja Melayu.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Akmal asked the public to stop depositing money into his personal account, saying contributions had reached RM185,000 and that the funds were not used by him and would be returned to those in need.
“Katanya, hal ini demikian kerana, jumlah individu yang menyumbang ke dalam akaun peribadi miliknya masih bertambah dan sehingga kini, jumlah itu telah mencecah RM185,000.”
The Vibes reported that Akmal withdrew the bank account number he had shared for bids on his motorcycle and tilapia after receiving RM45,102.18 in contributions instead of bids, and apologised for the withdrawal.
“This is because almost everyone who deposited money into my account did not do so to purchase my motorcycle or tilapia fish, but rather to contribute to me.”
The Vibes reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh's lawyers argued his prosecution raises issues of alleged selective enforcement and inconsistent treatment of similar cases, and questioned whether the charge is consistent with Article 8 of the Federal Constitution.
“The lawyers further contended that the prosecution raises issues of alleged selective enforcement and inconsistency in how similar cases have been treated under the law.”
Sinar Harian reported that Akmal Saleh was appointed as a state executive councillor holding the Health portfolio before being moved to the Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security portfolio in 2023.
“Beliau kemudian dilantik sebagai Exco yang memegang portfolio Kesihatan sebelum dipindahkan ke portfolio Pembangunan Luar Bandar, Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan pada 2023.”
Bernama reported that Merlimau state assemblyman Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh announced his resignation as Melaka Executive Councillor for Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security, effective the following week, saying the decision followed discussions with UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh.
“Merlimau state assemblyman Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has announced his resignation as Melaka’s Executive Councillor (Exco) for Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security, effective next week.”
Malaysia Tribune reported that Akmal Saleh questioned why a former finance minister had lodged a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) report on the RM2.1 billion rural road project issue, asking who approved the allocation and issued the letter of acceptance and where the disbursement process stopped.
“Beliau turut mempersoalkan tindakan seorang bekas Menteri Kewangan yang membuat laporan kepada SPRM berhubung isu berkenaan.”
Bernama reported that Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh rejected Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh's resignation as a state executive councillor, so he remains in the state cabinet and is expected to resume duties as chairman of the state Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee.
“I have made the decision to reject his resignation letter as an Exco member. The prerogative to accept or reject (a resignation) lies solely with the Chief Minister," he told reporters after visiting the Phase Two Jus Water Treatment Plant construction project here today.”
Astro Awani reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh announced his resignation as chairman of the Melaka state committee for rural development, agriculture and food security (Exco member).
“Ketua Pemuda UMNO, Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh mengumumkan peletakan jawatannya sebagai Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kemajuan Desa, Pertanian dan Keterjaminan Makanan Melaka.”
Malaysiakini reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh questioned whether mining prospecting licences involving nearly one million acres in Sabah were granted as a reward to state assemblypersons who supported the chief minister during the 2023 political crisis, and whether bribery was involved in return for support for a licence application.
“"Adakah lesen-lesen diberikan sebagai ‘hadiah’ kepada ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri yang menyokong ketua menteri semasa krisis politik 2023?" tambahnya.”
Sinar Harian reported that Akmal Saleh won the Merlimau state seat in the 2021 Melaka state election with a majority of 3,248 votes, retaining the seat for UMNO-BN.
“Pada PRN Melaka 2021, Akmal memenangi kerusi DUN Merlimau dengan majoriti 3,248 undi, sekali gus mempertahankan kerusi berkenaan untuk UMNO-BN.”
Sinar Harian reported that Akmal Saleh is contesting the Merlimau state seat for Barisan Nasional in the Melaka state election, in a two-cornered fight against Pakatan Harapan's Rahayu Hamzah of Amanah.
“Akmal berdepan saingan dua penjuru di kerusi itu dengan calon Pakatan Harapan (PH), Rahayu Hamzah daripada Amanah.”
Sinar Harian reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh, the incumbent for Merlimau from Barisan Nasional, was challenged by Pakatan Harapan's Rahayu Hamzah in a straight fight.
“manakala di DUN Merlimau, penyandang Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh (BN) berdepan calon PH Rahayu Hamzah.”
The Vibes reported that returning officer Khairil Hafiz Yahya announced Muhamad Akmal Saleh as candidate number one and Rahayu Hamzah as candidate number two for the Merlimau state seat in Melaka after nominations closed.
“Returning officer Khairil Hafiz Yahya announced Akmal as candidate number one and Rahayu as candidate number two after nominations closed.”
Focus Malaysia reported that Akmal told reporters at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate's Court that he had informed the UMNO president he was willing not to contest his Merlimau state seat in the November 14 Melaka state election if his court case became a burden on the party's chances of winning.
““I’ve frankly informed the (UMNO) president that I’m willing not to contest if my case becomes something that could tarnish the party’s name, thus considered a burden on the party’s chances of winning,””
Focus Malaysia reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh said he had told the UMNO president he is willing not to contest his Merlimau state seat in the Nov 14 Melaka state election if his court case becomes a burden on the party's chances of winning.
““I’ve frankly informed the (UMNO) president that I’m willing not to contest if my case becomes something that could tarnish the party’s name, thus considered a burden on the party’s chances of winning,” he told reporters at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrate’s Court yesterday (Oct 26).”
Bernama reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh is UMNO Youth Chief, Merlimau Assemblyman and chairman of the Melaka Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee.
“Kok named Dr Muhamad Akmal, who is also the Merlimau Assemblyman and Melaka Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee chairman, as the sole defendant.”
Bernama reported that Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, as UMNO Youth chief, had called for UMNO to withdraw from the Unity Government, a call rejected by UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, and that media reports said he was considering stepping down from his positions afterwards.
“Earlier, media reports had indicated that Dr Muhamad Akmal was considering stepping down from his current positions after his call for UMNO to withdraw from the Unity Government was rejected by Ahmad Zahid.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh is the Umno Youth chief.
“the prosecution has rejected a representation by Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh seeking to drop his charge of causing alarm to public safety through his social media account last year”
The Vibes reported that Akmal said Umno had entrusted him with defending the Merlimau state seat (N27) in the 14 November Melaka state election, but that the decision would not be final until nomination day.
““Thankfully, the party has given me the confidence to defend state seat N27. But until nomination day, anything can happen.”
Bernama reported that Muhamad Akmal is UMNO Youth Chief, Merlimau Assemblyman and chairman of the Melaka Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee, and was the sole defendant in the suit over a TikTok video posted on 7 Sept 2024.
“Kok named Dr Muhamad Akmal, who is also the Merlimau Assemblyman and Melaka Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee chairman, as the sole defendant.”
Bernama reported that Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh is UMNO Youth chief, Jasin UMNO Division chief and the Merlimau assemblyman, and that he made his resignation announcement before 2,500 delegates at the UMNO Youth General Assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur.
“The Merlimau assemblyman made the announcement before 2,500 delegates during his keynote address at the 2025 UMNO Youth General Assembly at the World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur.”
Bernama reported that in January Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh announced his decision to step down from the Melaka state executive council post he had held since April 2023, in an address to delegates at the UMNO Youth General Assembly.
“In January, Dr Muhamad Akmal, who is also Jasin UMNO Division chief, announced his decision to step down from the state cabinet post he has held since April 2023.”
Astro Awani reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh said he would remain UMNO Youth chief and focus on fighting DAP, which he described as a real enemy.
“Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Merlimau itu berkata, beliau bagaimanapun tidak akan melepaskan jawatan sebagai Ketua Pemuda, seperti yang diramal sebelum ini.”
The Vibes reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh is the Umno Youth chief.
“Akmal, who is Umno Youth chief, won the Merlimau seat for BN in the 2021 state election with a majority of 3,248 votes.”
Sinar Harian reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh, the UMNO Youth chief, again asked the public to stop transferring donations into his personal bank account so that he can complete distributing the donations already received.
“Dengan rendah hati, saya memohon jasa baik semua agar tidak lagi membuat sebarang transaksi sumbangan ke akaun saya.”
Sinar Harian reported that Muhamad Akmal Saleh said he had sold his motorcycle and his tilapia fish for a total of RM180,000, which together with his and his family's savings was enough to pay the damages, and asked the public to stop donating to his account.
“Alhamdulillah, berkat kesungguhan dan bantuan orang ramai, motosikal dan ikan tilapia saya berjaya dijual pada harga RM180,000”
The Vibes reported that Akmal said public donations towards his RM300,000 legal liability had reached RM173,733.61, with a further RM180,000 raised from the sale of his Honda X-ADV motorcycle and farmed tilapia.
“The Merlimau assemblyman said donations had reached RM173,733.61, while the sale of his Honda X-ADV motorcycle and farmed tilapia raised a further RM180,000.”
Malaysia Tribune reported that UMNO Youth chief Akmal Saleh said the disputed RM2.1 billion for rural road projects was an additional allocation coordinated and approved by the Finance Ministry for the Rural and Regional Development Ministry (KKDW), which acted only as coordinator of project implementation.
“RM2.1 bilion yang menjadi pertikaian itu merupakan peruntukan tambahan yang telah diselaraskan dan diluluskan oleh Kementerian Kewangan kepada KKDW, manakala kementerian berkenaan hanya bertindak sebagai penyelaras pelaksanaan projek.”
Contested 1 election, won 1.
| Election | Seat | Ticket | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melaka state election 2021 | N27 Merlimau | UMNO · BN | 5,633 58.4% | Won by 3,248 |
Official gazetted results via the Malaysian Election Corpus (grade A record).
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