A BRIEF shouting match in Parliament saw Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul ejecting two MPs – Mohd Misbahul Munir Masduki (PN-Parit Buntar) and Mohd Sany Hamzan (PH-Hulu Langat) – from the House.
The incident took place yesterday evening as Mohd Misbahul was delivering his speech on Budget 2024, in which he claimed that certain religious teachers were threatened for supporting the Opposition in the previous general election.
Mohd Misbahul said teachers have the right to political associations, which triggered Mohd Sany into interjecting his speech repeatedly.
“I agree with you. Whether or not they support, let it be outside the schools and not inside,” said Mohd Sany.
Mohd Misbahul then retorted and said he did not allow Mohd Sany to interject his speech.
“Hulu Langat doesn’t know the rules. If I don’t allow it, then sit down.
“What kind of MP are you? I’m disappointed at Hulu Langat for repeatedly interrupting speeches,” he said.
Johari, who was presiding the session then, allowed two extra minutes for Mohd Misbahul to deliver his speech.
Mohd Misbahul carried on, saying that he hoped the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) would not stop religious students from reciting “takbir” and “qunut nazilah” in schools.
He was explaining the meaning behind “takbir” and “qunut nazilah” when an unknown MP was heard interrupting his speech.
Other MPs such as Syahredzan Johan (PH-Bangi) and Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari (PH-Sungai Petani) were also heard asking for a clarification over his remarks.
“What kind of ustaz is this? He (Mohd Misbahul) is misleading the House,” said Mohd Sany, who was heard laughing.
The shouting match continued as Mohd Misbahul attempted to complete his speech.
“Slander is not permitted in Islam,” Mohd Sany interrupted again.
Johari, who was visibly irritated, then ordered Mohd Misbahul and Mohd Sany to leave the House for a day.
“Only for today and you two can return tomorrow.
“Go and drink coffee outside,” he said. Mohd Misbahul was perplexed over Johari’s decision.
“The one who was interrupting my speech was Hulu Langat,” he defended himself.
However, Johari stood his ground and ordered the duo out before ordering Aminolhuda Hassan (PH-Sri Gading) to deliver his speech on Budget 2024.
Committee stage debates for Budget 2024 will resume until Nov 27.
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