Fadhlina's mother dies

The mother of Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, Siti Zalikhah Md Nor, died at 9.30am today at Serdang Hospital.

The education minister’s office announced the news through a post on Fadhlina’s Facebook page.

It said the family of the deceased will provide further information regarding the funeral arrangements soon.

“Together, we pray that Siti’s soul be blessed by Allah SWT and be placed together with the believers and righteous.

“Indeed, she had contributed a lot to the country as an educator and a community activist since her young days until her death,” it said.

The education minister’s office also conveyed its condolences to Fadhlina and her family for the loss.

- Bernama

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