Former Gemas Assemblyman Resigns as Bersatu Division Chief, Leaves Party
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Ridzuan Ahmad, former state assemblyman for Gemas, announced his resignation as Tampin division chief for the Malaysian United Indigenous Party (Bersatu).
- He also announced his departure from the party, effective immediately.
- Ahmad stated the decision was made to allow the party to appoint new leadership for the Tampin division.
Ridzuan Ahmad, the former state assemblyman for Gemas, has announced his resignation from his position as the Tampin division chief for the Malaysian United Indigenous Party (Bersatu). Effective immediately, he is also leaving the party altogether.
Ahmad stated that his decision was made to create an opportunity for the party to select new leadership that he believes would be better suited to lead the Tampin division. He acknowledged that there may have been shortcomings during his tenure and that it is time for new leadership to take the helm.
A letter of resignation dated July 11, 2026, addressed to Bersatu Secretary-General Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali, has circulated. In the letter, Ridzuan formally announced his resignation as the Tampin Division Chief and his decision to leave the party membership after careful consideration.
He expressed his gratitude to the party leadership, division members, and all those who provided cooperation, support, and trust during his time with Bersatu.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.