KUALA LUMPUR: A viral photo on social media of former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador selling vegetables is an old photograph of him posing at his friend’s stall a while ago.
He came forward to put the record straight after the photo made its rounds on social media.
“I visited my good friend’s stall and a passer-by took the photo. My friend sells vegetables, meat and fish. He also previously sold vegetables from my farm,” he said.
Abdul Hamid downplayed the significance of the photo as he is enjoying his retirement.
“Truthfully, I had previous experience selling vegetables from my farm at markets in Seremban and mini markets in Seremban, Rembau and Kajang.
“It is nothing to be ashamed of. It’s all halal, so I might as well admit it,” he added.
On Sunday, Twitter user Mohamad Yusof Yahya uploaded a photo showing Abdul Hamid with a notebook and pen at a stall selling vegetables.
Yusof praised the former top cop’s humility and bravery as he was not ashamed of selling vegetables at a market.
“Would others be as brave? He is not ashamed at all. I salute you,” he posted.
Yusof tweeted that his first impression of the photo implied that Abdul Hamid was selling fresh produce at the market as he owns a farm.
Abdul Hamid retired in May last year and mentioned that he was looking forward to his favourite hobby: farming.
“It is very rewarding,” he was quoted.
