Wan Agyl Wan Hassan, one of the candidates for Umno Youth chief, said it would be a “miracle of God” if he were to win the post, but that he would still support the leadership regardless of the outcome of today’s polls.

“I’m the new kid on the block, you know. It is a miracle of God if I win,” the 34-year-old told Malaysiakini today.

Wan Agyl was attending the Seputeh Umno division delegates meeting for the Wanita, Puteri and Youth wings, during which Umno members will cast their votes.

“My view is that it is not wrong to choose either me, the new face, or the previous faces because at the end of the day, the unity of the party is very important.

“You need to be able to let the democracy happen, unite to choose the leaders and if the leader is not me, then it is okay.

“I will support the leadership in my own way,” he added.

‘Bigger’ roles

Wan Agyl also believes that his rivals for the Youth chief post, especially Khairul Azwan Harun (photo) and Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, would be better suited for “bigger” roles in Umno.

“I still believe they can drive the party in different roles and different ways.

“But with the current situation with this country where we have changed the government for whatever reason, I believe they have a bigger role to play.

“That’s why I’m offering myself to be Youth chief candidate at the national level,” he said.

As someone with no prior leadership position in the party, Wan Agyl noted that many would be glad to see a fresh face breathe new life into Umno.

He also said many grassroots members have come to him with their complaints, and want him to empower them.

Aside from contesting for the Youth chief position at the national level, Wan Agyl will also run for Seputeh division Youth chief.

The results for the new leadership of the three wings will be announced tonight.