By Adib Zalkapli
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — PAS spiritual leader Datuk Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat has urged the party to hold a special muktamar to weed out “problematic leaders” whom he said have made the party look inconsistent.
Nik Aziz’s call suggests that the party has yet to solve its differences on whether to strengthen the Pakatan Rakyat (PR) or to work closer with Umno. He said that the special muktamar should decide on the fate of the party leadership.
“This time, I strongly believe that there is a need to replace the main players occupying the national PAS leadership posts,” said the Kelantan mentri besar.
“You can call it a preparation for the 13th general election,” he added.
At the party muktamar last June, almost all of Nik Aziz’s men were defeated in the party election, most notably Datuk Husam Musa who lost the deputy presidential post.
In his statement dated Oct 21, Nik Aziz said the outcome of the special meeting would help fence-sitters to decide whether to back PAS or not in the coming elections.
“For the sake of ‘tajdid’ (renewal), we have to call for a special muktamar. If the muktamar resolves not to replace the president, for example, then we move on,” he said in the statement which was posted on his blog last night.
He said PAS must take similar steps as taken by Umno and MCA in calling for an EGM to sort out their internal problems. “The issue in MCA was corruption; we do not have to worry about holding an EGM as we are not plagued with corruption. Our problem is with two or three problematic leaders,” said Nik Aziz.
The statement was made to back a similar call by a pro-PAS academician, Dr Abdul Aziz Bari, who blamed the conservatives in the party for causing the embarrassing defeat in the Bagan Pinang by-election.
Abdul Aziz described Selangor PAS chief Datuk Hasan Ali — who attempted to ban the sale of beer and to empower mosque officials to act as moral police — as a liability to PR, urging the party to take disciplinary action against the state executive councillor.
“In the Selangor dispute, Abdul Hadi (PAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang) was silent which led to some people in the party equating him with former Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi,” said Abdul Aziz in his commentary published in Malay tabloid Sinar Harian.
The commentary caused a stir in PAS and Abdul Aziz was criticised by party leaders as not understanding the party’s struggle.
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written by vp, October 23, 2009
written by vp, October 23, 2009
Yes, replace hassan ali, salahuddin, hadi awang with leaders who can work with DAP & PKR.
Don;t worry for PAS final objective to build islamic country in Malaysia. 50 years later, malaysia population will be 90% muslim. At the times, even Malaysia do not declare as Islamic country, the fact will show that malaysia is a muslim 90% country.
Now, what is more important is strengthen PR to take power in federal government & solve Malaysia biggest problem: CORRUPTION.
Don;t worry for PAS final objective to build islamic country in Malaysia. 50 years later, malaysia population will be 90% muslim. At the times, even Malaysia do not declare as Islamic country, the fact will show that malaysia is a muslim 90% country.
Now, what is more important is strengthen PR to take power in federal government & solve Malaysia biggest problem: CORRUPTION.
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written by rocky, October 23, 2009
written by rocky, October 23, 2009
this man knows what he is talking about and has the guts to call a spade a spade. and he knows what the rakyat is feeling. PAS need to sort it where they are going once and for all.
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written by The_Rakyat, October 23, 2009
written by The_Rakyat, October 23, 2009
Part of the reason that the voters selected PAS is vending their believes in Pakatan Rakyat can made a good change in Malaysia. Though PAS projecting the typical impression of Islamic Party. Nik, you must set the proper goal for the welfare of all supporters to Pakatan Rakyat and future of Malaysia. Be fairly open-minded and wise. Together, united shall comes.
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written by zackeye, October 23, 2009
written by zackeye, October 23, 2009
Nik Aziz indeed a wise man who is not willing to let problems be swept under the carpet and pretend that everything is normal. This call is not only due to Bagan Pinang but more for the future general elections where we do not want a repeat of 2004. Pak Lah is famous for creating a feel good situation and the people believed him and give their support and votes to him. Now Najib is doing the same. Only now the audience is a little bit different. Najib is making the non Malays feel good so that they will return him come the next general elections. Pak Lah asked people to work with him. Najib is going one step further by promising to work for the people. You ask he gives.
PAS's support base has changed from the Malays to the non Malays. The non Malays want to see a just government so that they can get equal opportunities in advancing their livelihood in this country. The only leader that the non Malays believe in PAS is Nik Aziz because his track record in Kelantan is good. He interprets religion with common sense that is easily understood by both the Muslims and non Muslims.
May be in an EGM he can take over as the CEO of the party instead of just being advisor to the party.
PAS's support base has changed from the Malays to the non Malays. The non Malays want to see a just government so that they can get equal opportunities in advancing their livelihood in this country. The only leader that the non Malays believe in PAS is Nik Aziz because his track record in Kelantan is good. He interprets religion with common sense that is easily understood by both the Muslims and non Muslims.
May be in an EGM he can take over as the CEO of the party instead of just being advisor to the party.
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written by Zorro Yang Terjatuh Dari Bulan, October 23, 2009
written by Zorro Yang Terjatuh Dari Bulan, October 23, 2009
Nik Aziz seorang pemimpin yang revolusiner dan berwibawa. Beliau mendahulukan jalan kebaikan dan keadilan lebih dari pangkat, cita-cita politik atau kepentingan peribadi semata-mata.
Panggilan seperti inilah yang menunjukkan kita benar-benar berani demi kebenaran dan keadilan.
Selain Nik Aziz dan mungkin sebilangan pemimpin DAP, mungkin Syed Husin Ali di PKR, jarang sungguh pemimpin yang berani demi kebaikan rakyat.
Panggilan seperti inilah yang menunjukkan kita benar-benar berani demi kebenaran dan keadilan.
Selain Nik Aziz dan mungkin sebilangan pemimpin DAP, mungkin Syed Husin Ali di PKR, jarang sungguh pemimpin yang berani demi kebaikan rakyat.
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written by Joshkhor, October 23, 2009
written by Joshkhor, October 23, 2009
I believe PKR and DAP should also take this stance to weed
out their own troublesome so-called 'leaders'. To prepare for
the 13th GE, the various components of PR must be seen
serious to be able to take over the Govt.. This could be the
first step.
out their own troublesome so-called 'leaders'. To prepare for
the 13th GE, the various components of PR must be seen
serious to be able to take over the Govt.. This could be the
first step.
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written by Whitehorse, October 23, 2009
written by Whitehorse, October 23, 2009
Hasan Ali should Resign!!!! immediately as Exco of Selangor government because he can't function as
a teamplayer. no one likes him!
His post should be taken over by a teamplayer..khalid samad.
a teamplayer. no one likes him!
His post should be taken over by a teamplayer..khalid samad.
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written by bob, October 23, 2009
written by bob, October 23, 2009
I hope PAS puts the people's interest above their party interest.
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written by Abdullah, October 23, 2009
written by Abdullah, October 23, 2009
Tok Guru, please form your own party. I believe those who agree with your ideology will follow. Then let the remaining out of the PR coalition. You can concentrate on the common platform with other PR component parties. It's how we must work in order to take over the federal.
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written by Bigjoe, October 23, 2009
written by Bigjoe, October 23, 2009
I am a secularist and liberaltarian at heart but I have to say that whatever it is Nik Aziz ideology. The man shows leadership, vision and personal character...
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written by DezMalaysia, October 23, 2009
written by DezMalaysia, October 23, 2009
Yes, I agree with TGNA. Some problematic bigots must be replaced with good leaders that can lead, work well with partners & bring prosperity to all.
Those bigots never learn from the lost of Terengganu (2004) & can't even win it back in 2008 Tsunami. Everytime they go overboard going after beer & attempting ban on concerts, they made the whole PAS & partners at a loss.
Many Malaysians don't care about the Islamic state issues and Malaysians only want justice & a corrupt free nation. Any extremism step taken, it's a no-no vote !
Those bigots never learn from the lost of Terengganu (2004) & can't even win it back in 2008 Tsunami. Everytime they go overboard going after beer & attempting ban on concerts, they made the whole PAS & partners at a loss.
Many Malaysians don't care about the Islamic state issues and Malaysians only want justice & a corrupt free nation. Any extremism step taken, it's a no-no vote !
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written by YNWA, October 23, 2009
written by YNWA, October 23, 2009
Tok Guru as usual is always speaking without fear or favour..........HIDUP TOK GURU
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written by SAP, October 23, 2009
written by SAP, October 23, 2009
I for one will not vote for the likes of Hadi Awang, Hassan Ali and Salahuddin.
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written by 1MALAYSIAN, October 23, 2009
written by 1MALAYSIAN, October 23, 2009
YAB Tok Guru, 100% a step in the right direction. Bold move but this is what PAS needs to do to strengthen Pakatan before GE13.
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written by riezal, October 23, 2009
written by riezal, October 23, 2009
PAS needs to boot out Hadi,Nasharuddin, Hassan Ali and all those that are their likes, who prefers to work with UMNO for ' Malay ' sake . These are people who do not uphold Islam but instead race ie 'kemelayuan' as their priority. Tok Guru is the only sane and wise of the old guards in PAS.
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written by sapu, October 23, 2009
written by sapu, October 23, 2009
Saya sokong Tok Guru. Kalau PAS dan Pakatan hendak mengguling iblis BN/UMNO/MCA/MIC kena lah bersihkan rumah tanggu dulu. Tendang keluar pemimpin seperti Hassan Mohd, Zulkipli...mereka semua ini musoh dalam selimut (Baruah UMNO). Dah bersihkan rumah, kita rakyat M'sia sedia memberi undi kita kepada PAS/PKR/DAP. Hidup Malaysia. Jahanam BN.
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written by PH Chin, October 23, 2009
written by PH Chin, October 23, 2009
Excellent suggestion, Tok Guru ! The defeat at Bagan Pinang is a good sign for the calling the EGM. The 'rakyat' need a clear signal from PAS on its stand, remains in Pakatan Rakyat or works with UMNO.
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written by Steven Ong, October 23, 2009
written by Steven Ong, October 23, 2009
Good , and PKR should also do the same. Let those who believed in an Islamic nation leave PAS and join AMNO's own religious band. Many Muslims are lured by the idea of an Islamic state. They should formed a party and stand for election and see how many Malaysians agreed with them. No point hiding safely behind popular party and fighting for an Islamic state. Maybe they could win and a new Taliban Afghanistan is born. That would be the day of sorrow in Malaysia. Look at Afghanistan with an honest heart without putting the blames on others again as we are familiar already.
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written by susie, October 23, 2009
written by susie, October 23, 2009
Yes indeed. And please fight for causes like the Auditor General's report. Go after those dishonest civil servants and suppliers! Like that kind of issues everyone will support 100 even 1000%. Don't go after silly, silly stuff which makes mountains out of mole hills and making those empty vesels look lagi more stupid!
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written by Jong, October 23, 2009
written by Jong, October 23, 2009
PAS should go for it!
Get rid of the President Hadi Awang and his deputy Nasharuddin first, then Hassan Ali. With these 3 around, PAS will not be able to move forward.
Get rid of the President Hadi Awang and his deputy Nasharuddin first, then Hassan Ali. With these 3 around, PAS will not be able to move forward.
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written by ArieS, October 23, 2009
written by ArieS, October 23, 2009
Salutation to Tok Guru!
It is indeed time to call a spade a spade, before the spade is called something else!
PAS must do some serious soul searching before the non-Malays, non-Muslims, and even some Malays and Muslims themselves, reject and abandon them. The scenario is such that extremism and bigotry are NOT tolerated, and which had been voiced out in many fora and occasions.
The Chinese and Indians are certainly not beholden to PAS, as they have shown and proven that they are not even beholden to the Chinese and Indian-based parties. PAS could achieve measurable successes outside of Kelantan only if they have the support of non-PAS members. They must realise that they could not impose their will and policies on others. If they choose to do otherwise, they might as well forget about repeating the 12th General Election results.
Tok Guru is right that the likes of Hasan Ali and Hadi Awang are unsettling the PR. The rakyat are not blind and deaf to the the rumblings and grumblings that are going on in the PR states. Such divisive and negative situations only give BN bullets to kill PR's chances.
PR must emerge as a cohesive and inclusive entity in order to assure the rakyat that they are truly a united and effective platform and alternative to BN-UMNO. Just to say that PR is mounting a challenge to take over Putrajaya is not enough. They have to convince and prove to the electorate that they are indeed capable in form and substance, else it would be just another sham.
Can PAS, PKR and DAP stand up to the challenge? Only time could tell.
It is indeed time to call a spade a spade, before the spade is called something else!
PAS must do some serious soul searching before the non-Malays, non-Muslims, and even some Malays and Muslims themselves, reject and abandon them. The scenario is such that extremism and bigotry are NOT tolerated, and which had been voiced out in many fora and occasions.
The Chinese and Indians are certainly not beholden to PAS, as they have shown and proven that they are not even beholden to the Chinese and Indian-based parties. PAS could achieve measurable successes outside of Kelantan only if they have the support of non-PAS members. They must realise that they could not impose their will and policies on others. If they choose to do otherwise, they might as well forget about repeating the 12th General Election results.
Tok Guru is right that the likes of Hasan Ali and Hadi Awang are unsettling the PR. The rakyat are not blind and deaf to the the rumblings and grumblings that are going on in the PR states. Such divisive and negative situations only give BN bullets to kill PR's chances.
PR must emerge as a cohesive and inclusive entity in order to assure the rakyat that they are truly a united and effective platform and alternative to BN-UMNO. Just to say that PR is mounting a challenge to take over Putrajaya is not enough. They have to convince and prove to the electorate that they are indeed capable in form and substance, else it would be just another sham.
Can PAS, PKR and DAP stand up to the challenge? Only time could tell.
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written by draken, October 23, 2009
written by draken, October 23, 2009
If Nik Aziz failed to achieve what he called another muktamar, then leave Pas and form another party that can truly work with PR. Once that's done, PR can let Pas go its own way.
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written by dewa, October 23, 2009
written by dewa, October 23, 2009
Nik Aziz knows that this is the time that he can make his move. Most of his loyalists lost at the last party election. He will blame Hadi Awang and Hassan Ali in his impeachment speech at the EGM as resulted in bagang pinang by election. He will make sure that. Nik Aziz want to be in control now. Soon, his men will replace those who are elected - Hadi Awang men.
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written by andrew, October 23, 2009
written by andrew, October 23, 2009
Tok Guru, you should be the president. at least you have the gut to come out & say the real issue that holding back PAS & overall PR end goals - fighting corruption, equality & freedom for all & the true version of rakyat without race border. Awang Hadi seems to have no opinion on every issues that occurred & it is like neither here nor there..
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written by disgusted, October 23, 2009
written by disgusted, October 23, 2009
I am a chinese and I really respect Tok Guru. He has foresight and I am sure he knows what he is talking. Non Malays are supporting PAS because of Tok Guru. A wise man is a wise man and you can't call a changkul when it is a spade. Do it now and never........
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written by penang layman, October 23, 2009
written by penang layman, October 23, 2009
Salute to our respectable TGNA. I am very impress with the development of Kelantan especially KB. Since 1990, after a lapse of nearly 20 years, the traffic in KB is orderly. My indian friend from KL stayed there since after the East West highway was built, 25 years. Another Chinese friend from Pahang built his business in KB and stayed there for nearly 20 years. They asked me whether i hear any news from Kelantan. I replied NO. Thats right, Kelantan is peaceful so there is no news. With the limited budget from federal I can say Kelantan is doing Very Well.
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written by I Support You Tok Guru , October 24, 2009
written by I Support You Tok Guru , October 24, 2009
From beginning days i was doubt against PAS and its party policy(Forming Islamic Country) . But after i really focus on Tok Guru Speech and movement , i am start to believe on PAS. I support Pas only because Tok Guru stand is similar like PR stand, so he can co-operate with PR without fuss not like this current president Hadi Awang which make PR look a like disunited. Tok Guru should lead PAS for better direction. I believe this Pas Supporters Group formation was under blessing of Tok Guru and its make some quarters Pas members not happy with Tok Guru. And this can result downfall of Tok Guru man in last part election. Tok Guru i will support your this move because i want a good government which act fair for all malaysian regardless of race !!!
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written by ! Malaysians, October 24, 2009
written by ! Malaysians, October 24, 2009
lets fight against corruption as this benefit few and lead our country to poverty which is no good for anyone-white or black!
When we are POOR what can we do for religion?
When we are POOR what can we do for religion?
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written by brabuj, October 24, 2009
written by brabuj, October 24, 2009
So what now? PR is assaulting more than amending their own principles. maybe they'd like to become the next UMNO/BN. Open up your heart, a tiny little thing may have great impact.
I always likened TG to Saidina Abu Bakar .... Soft but never Retreat.
I always likened TG to Saidina Abu Bakar .... Soft but never Retreat.
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written by greateagle, October 24, 2009
written by greateagle, October 24, 2009
A God fearing man is one who understands the wrath of God and yet abide by the rules of honesty and fairness.
Such are the qualities of Tok Guru.May he and his true followers gain the support of all in need of a TRUE CHANGE for Malaysia and may GOD/ALLAH Bless Malaysia where all Malaysians live under ONE ROOF of PEACE,LOVE & PROSPERITY.
Such are the qualities of Tok Guru.May he and his true followers gain the support of all in need of a TRUE CHANGE for Malaysia and may GOD/ALLAH Bless Malaysia where all Malaysians live under ONE ROOF of PEACE,LOVE & PROSPERITY.
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written by amoker, October 24, 2009
written by amoker, October 24, 2009
I agree.
With PAS Terengganu fraction saying that the Bagan Pinang loss have no bearing on the antics of Hassan Ali, it is obvious that some people need to be replaced. They are too much into their own agenda.
With PAS Terengganu fraction saying that the Bagan Pinang loss have no bearing on the antics of Hassan Ali, it is obvious that some people need to be replaced. They are too much into their own agenda.
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written by AgreeToDisagree, October 24, 2009
written by AgreeToDisagree, October 24, 2009
PAS is a better representative of the Malays than UMNO, because with PAS, honest discourse is possible. With UMNO, it's still corruption and bad intentions towards non-Bumis. The Islamic moral outlook on equality which PAS has towards non-Bumis is clear, Tok Guru has made a tenable stance on Bumiputraism by denouncing the term as racist, and by doing so provided a platform for all races to make possible citizen equality as elucidated in the Human Rights Charter. When will PAS be opening it's membership to all citizens too? Look forward to the day that happens.
Meanwhile, PAS must think international as if it were to next govern all citizens internationally. By basing decisions on an all encompassing ideology and intent to grant all citizens equality, PAS will gain the support of all non-Muslims as well. It is just, and equal as the Prophet and those who truly understand Islam, would honorably rule themselves, and the non-Muslims of humanity by.
Meanwhile, PAS must think international as if it were to next govern all citizens internationally. By basing decisions on an all encompassing ideology and intent to grant all citizens equality, PAS will gain the support of all non-Muslims as well. It is just, and equal as the Prophet and those who truly understand Islam, would honorably rule themselves, and the non-Muslims of humanity by.
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