Najib gets heat rashes, cold showers in Kajang Prison, says report

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Najib Razak is being treated "just like any other prisoner" while serving his 12-year sentence at the Kajang Prison, says a report.

According to Utusan Malaysia, a source said that other than the former prime minister being placed in an isolation cell for his safety as a high-profile inmate, Najib was not being given any special treatment.

“Security would of course be tightened to ensure his safety during incarceration as he is a former leader.

“His meals are also the same as any other prisoner, five times a day. If he needs a special diet due to health reasons, it has to be recommended by a medical officer,” the source told the Malay daily.

Najib is also allowed to exercise and participate in recreational activities according to prison rules.

Another source close to Najib told the daily that the Pekan MP has to bathe in cold water in his cell, which only has a single fan installed.

In fact, the source said Najib suffered rashes on his neck due to the heat in his cell.

“There is not even a single switch or plug point in his cell. He has allergies that can cause him to stop breathing in his sleep, so a machine is needed to help him breathe while sleeping.

“They have to use an extension wire for the machine,” the source told the daily.

Najib is not given access to special doctors and has to rely on existing doctors in prison, added the source.

Najib is however given access to books and stationery to help him pass time, provided they are approved by the prison warden.

Najib is currently serving a 12-year sentence in Kajang Prison following the Federal Court’s decision on Aug 23 to uphold his corruption conviction involving RM42mil of SRC International funds.