COMMENT | Several opposition MPs were reported to have voiced their objection to the proposed Kuala Lumpur mayoral election. In fact, they have rejected any local government polls.

In dismissing the idea, Arau MP Shahidan Kassim, for instance, stated that national unity and bridging the wealth gap must be addressed first, and urged Malaysians to reject local government and mayoral elections.

Meanwhile, Pasir Mas MP cum PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari echoed a similar narrative and, in turn, argued that the proposals from DAP leaders are unacceptable.

“Local government elections and mayoral elections - both must be rejected!” Fadhli said.

When it comes to...