Jakim orders probe into claims officers actively involved in politics

The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) has ordered its disciplinary committee to immediately investigate allegations that the agency's officials were actively involved in political activities.

Director-general Hakimah Mohd Yusoff said the move was taken after the department was informed that news of the issue had been going viral for the past few days.

She said the investigation was initiated based on the Public Officers (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993.

"This department will not hesitate to impose disciplinary action against officers who are found to be in violation of any of these rules," Hakimah (above) said.

Recently, a screenshot of a post by a Jakim official went viral on social media. It was seen to be in favour of a certain political party, angering others.

It also raised concerns when the individual involved also uploaded messages that can be considered to be espousing violence on his social media.

Hakimah said all Jakim staff must always comply with the rules in force, in addition to not carrying out any actions that could affect the integrity and image of the public service.

"This department (Jakim) will not hesitate to impose disciplinary action against officers who are found to have violated any rules," she said.

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