Najib pens farewell note to family

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Najib Razak has penned a farewell note to his family saying he chose public service 46 years ago which took him away from his family.

"My years have gone by dedicated to people, public service, politics, a sacrifice I chose and I made, a journey which was joyous but unfortunately I overlooked and could not always be there for you," said Najib on his Facebook on Tuesday (Aug 23).

"All these challenges which bore fruit brought a smile to my face, while some did not, but it was all a big sacrifice with years and time passing by.

"I had to be on the move at all times with my years dedicated to people, public service, politics, and I couldn't be with you always.

He said he held steadfast to the teachings of Islam and the journey was destined by God and was waiting for justice and judgement in the court of end times.

"Hopefully God protects and blesses our family with health, longevity, and eternal peace," added Najib.

On Tuesday (Aug 22), Najib became the first former prime minister in the country's history to be sent to prison after the Federal Court dismissed his final appeal.

On July 28, 2020, the Kuala Lumpur High Court sentenced Najib to 12 years in jail and a total fine of RM210mil after being found guilty of seven charges of criminal breach of trust, money laundering and abuse of position in the RM42mil SRC International case.