KUALA LUMPUR: Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh will make an announcement on his status at the party’s general assembly today, says party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Dr Muhamad Akmal had previously hinted at stepping aside from his position after his call for Umno to withdraw from the unity government received a negative reaction from the party presi- dent. On Monday, Dr Muhamad Akmal said he will abide by the decisions made by Umno president and Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh regarding the positions he currently holds. In a separate post, Dr Muhamad Akmal said he had shared all his intentions and feelings with the Umno president. “Thank you, Datuk Seri Zahid Hamidi for your advice and for your willingness to listen.

Source: The Star January 14, 2026 06:08 UTC