Malaysia’s former scandal-ridden Prime Minister Najib Razak and his wife have been barred from leaving the country, immigration officials have said. Malaysia’s former scandal-ridden Prime Minister Najib Razak and his wife have been barred from leaving the country, immigration officials have said. Mr Najib responded swiftly by saying he respected the department’s ruling and will stay with his family in the country. It was a remarkable comeback for Mr Mahathir, who was premier for 22 years until his retirement in 2003. Mr Mahathir, who is due to name his cabinet later on Saturday, has indicated that Mohamed Apandi would be axed for hiding evidence of wrongdoing.

Source: Irish Independent May 12, 2018 04:41 UTC