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Johor's Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has announced a RM1.5 million development package for Mersing, targeting infrastructure upgrades, healthcare improvements, and sports facilities to ensure the coastal district shares in the state's economic expansion.
Johor's government has appointed 10 deputy state executive councillors to bolster administrative efficiency as the state pursues major development agendas. Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz emphasises the roles are administrative only, carrying no executive powers or policy-making authority.
Johor's Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has defended the recent restructuring of the state executive council as necessary for administrative continuity and progress, while honouring the contributions of four outgoing members.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has congratulated Onn Hafiz Ghazi on his appointment as Johor Menteri Besar, describing the position as a mandate to advance the state's development and welfare.
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His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim received Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi and Johor Chief Minister Onn Hafiz at Istana Pasir Pelangi following BN's commanding performance in recent state elections.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has secured a second term following Barisan Nasional's commanding victory in yesterday's state election, winning 48 of 56 seats and strengthening his mandate to advance economic development in Malaysia's southern state.
Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has successfully defended his Machap seat for Barisan Nasional, securing 20,382 votes and defeating his Pakatan Harapan challenger by a substantial margin in today's state election.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz cast his ballot in the 16th state election on July 11, seeking a second term against Pakatan Harapan's Nur Hafiz Roslan. He urged voters to participate early in the polling process.
Johor DAP has called on Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz to clarify allegations that a government-organised TVET roadshow was weaponised for Barisan Nasional campaigning, raising questions about the misuse of state facilities during the election period.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned voters against opposition tactics involving slander and empty pledges, as the state election campaign enters its decisive final stretch.
Johor's caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has emphasised that the upcoming state election is fundamentally about returning decision-making power to voters for selecting their next government, distancing the poll from extraneous political considerations.
Johor's state election dialogue will take place as planned on Tuesday despite Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi being unable to attend. The event will feature Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and PH candidate Dr Maszlee Malik.
Barisan Nasional is mobilising youth support for caretaker menteri besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi ahead of Johor's July 11 state election, positioning him as central to the coalition's agenda for continued economic development.
Opposition leaders in Johor are mounting sustained attacks on caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi, viewing him as a significant electoral threat in the lead-up to state elections.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi expressed confidence that voter enthusiasm for Endau candidate Alwiyah Talib will strengthen the coalition's campaign ahead of Johor's July 11 state election.
Caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned that the upcoming Johor state election could produce unexpected outcomes, signalling he remains vigilant despite his bid for a second term in the Machap constituency.
A retiree from Selangor dipped into his savings to travel to Johor and support Barisan Nasional's Menteri Besar candidate Onn Hafiz during the 16th state election nomination process.
Johor's Machap constituency will see a direct two-way battle as caretaker Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi defends his seat against a single opposition challenger in the upcoming state election.
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Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi filed his nomination for the Machap state seat, with prominent Umno figures in attendance signalling party cohesion ahead of the election.
Johor Barisan Nasional chairman Onn Hafiz Ghazi filed nomination papers for the state election on Wednesday, accompanied by UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and other party heavyweights, signalling strong party unity ahead of the poll.
Senior Barisan Nasional figures converged on Simpang Renggam District Council to publicly endorse Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi's leadership, signalling the coalition's unified commitment to the upcoming Johor state election campaign.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected claims that caretaker Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz was barred from attending Felda settlements, stating there were no such instructions.