A 26-year-old factory worker was discharged and acquitted by the Sessions Court here today after the prosecution withdrew a rape charge when the complainant testified that she had not been raped.
What is JUST when the accuser/victim admit that they lied? The consequence of this 'FALSEHOOD' caused a person/entity to suffer - REMANDED for 4 months and then had for about 2 years suffering the 'worry' of being convicted on a FALSE CHARGE based on false testimonies..
NOW, it becomes the accused who is the REAL victim here ...and JUSTLY he/she should be COMPENSATED - sadly the criminal law does not provide for this YET - now, all the law provides for is that the CONVICTED criminal pays compensation for the VICTIM - and here too there was a problem for in MOST Criminal Trials in Malaysia, we find that the Court FAILED to order compensation to be paid to VICTIMS...
Failure
Of Public Prosecutor to Apply to Court for Compensation for Victims of
Crime to Be Paid by the Convicted, Including Those Who Cause Death, is
Unforgivable
Failure Of Public Prosecutor to Apply to Court for Compensation for Victims of Crime to Be Paid by the Convicted, Including Those Who Cause Death, is Unforgivable
Now, when a person is 'wrongly' arrested as suspect OR Remanded OR even charged in COURT - that suspect/accused suffers GREAT PREJUDICE as the public perceives them as 'CROOKS' even before the TRIAL and before the Court decides them guilty beyond reasonable DOUBT - the principle of PRESUMPTION of INNOCENCE until tried and proven GUILTY in Court is 'forgotten' - and worse is the fact that the STATE and current practices contributes to this 'Defamation' creating Prejudice to suspects and/or accused...This includes MEDIA Statements by police/Law Enforcement and also the practice of parading suspects/accused persons in ATTIRES that propagate this prejudice...
ABOLISH the practice of making arrestees/suspects wear them glaring ORANGE T-SHIRTs when they are brought to Court for just REMAND applications...
ABOLISH the practice of making accused(only those in Detention who could not afford bail, or were denied Bail) have to wear prison attire when they come to court.
What you wear, and how you look(unkempt and hair not combed) will definitely ALSO affect Magistrates and Judges, because they too are Human... and if suspects/accused persons are discriminated by reason of what they WEAR, their unshaven face, their uncombed hair - it is, in my opinion, a GROSS violation of human rights, and my be a also violation of the right to a FAIR Trial.
Those not detained or out on BAIL can come to court all decent and properly attired liked Najib Tun Razak - so, ALL SUSPECTS/ACCUSED who come before Magistrate for Remand proceedings, and before Magistrate/Judges for TRIALS should be allowed to appear well-dressed, shaven, hair combed - and without 'DISCRIMINATORY' T-Shirts, attires - REMOVE all that will PREJUDICE suspects/accused and ensure FAIR TRIAL.
RIGHT TO APPEAR Before Magistrate/Courts and in PUBLIC in their own attire, or with proper attire in line with the PRESUMPTION OF INNOCENCE ...
The attire of an accused person in court can significantly influence judge perceptions, potentially creating prejudice, as legal professionals often advise that appearance affects trial outcomes. Studies indicate that defendants in prison garb are seen as more aggressive and receive more guilty verdicts than those in business attire
Hence, the SOLUTION - give arrested suspects when they are brought for REMAND applications, or as accused in court the right to wear normal clothes - not SPRM or other T-shirts, or Prison attire > so that they are 'protected' from prejudice by others..
Of late, a lot of pictures in MEDIA and people see this, and inadvertently believe them to be 'GUILTY' or criminals - it affects their family, children and even close friends.
The consequence is the SUFFERING of so many by reason of action by the government/State > no problem with what they wear in Detention - But problem when they are paraded in public with such lock-up attires...
MACC 'Corporate Mafia' scandal highlights how such actions can pressure even the INNOCENT to sell shares/appoint Directors/etc ...just because they want to avoid such EMBARRASSMENT and wrong perception - Hence, Time to do the RIGHT THING....
Najib came to court in coat and suit - whilst others are brought to court in prison clothing (with handcuffs too) as though they are already GUILTY?
MEDIA cover the arrest and the remand application ...and even maybe the start of trial or the charging >>> BUT then, NOT SO when the suspect is RELEASED and not charged, or when the accused is released (unless it is some high profile politician/personality) > THUS, a great injustice..
PER-CONVICTION PUNISHMENT is something that even our Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is against...
PM Anwar Ibrahim was also right when he said “…Before a sentence is passed, suspects should not be punished beforehand,” he said in his speech during the 25th SUHAKAM anniversary here today (BERNAMA, 9/9/2024).- GISBH – Do Not Impose Pre-Conviction ‘Punishment’, Which May Caused Irreversible Damage to Business and Workers, Based on Allegations or Police’s Suspicions Before the Court Makes A Determination Of Guilt (MADPET)
SO, treat them as INNOCENT - do not make them wear ORANGE T-SHIRTS or prison garb when they are brought into the OPEN visible to the PUBLIC.
Maybe also no pictures of mere suspects and/or in prison attire to be published in MEDIA that will also be 'per-conviction punishment'.
Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holding (GISBH) - What happened to them is a BIG CONCERN - Were they victims of SOME, maybe even PM Anwar's MADANI Government?
In the beginning, we were given the picture that they were MUSLIM DEVIANTS and ran child-care facilities, where children were subjected to ABUSE even Sexual ABUSE.
Then GISBH, its members, shareholders/Directors/employees was said to be members of an ‘organized criminal group’, which led to many being detained under SOSMA and denied BAIL > then charge amended that they are just 'members of unlawful society' - if charged with that offence, they would have not had to languish in detention because law denies BAIL.
The Shah Alam High Court today sentenced GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) chief executive officer Nasiruddin Mohd Ali and Mohammad Adib At-Tamimi, the son of former Al-Arqam founder Ashaari Muhammad, along with 11 other men, to 15 months’ jail each for being members of an unlawful organisation....They were initially charged with being members of an organised criminal group under Section 130V(1) of the Penal Code, which provides imprisonment of not less than five years and a maximum of 20 years upon conviction.... They were ordered to serve their sentences from the date of their arrest, which was between September 2, 2024, and October 12, 2024.
About 13 months in Detention because they were charged with a SOSMA offence - and there was no indication that trial was going to start any time soon.
Why did prosecution alter the charge if they were truly members of an organised criminal group - or was that charge itself an 'abuse of power' of the Public Prosecutor to simply accord them a 'pre-conviction punishment' of languishing in jail for a long time denied a speedy trial? That is why the guarantee of SPEEDY TRIAL is an important HUMAN RIGHT that must be accorded to accussed persons in Detention, denied Bail?
An uncertainty of when the trial will start and end - DENIAL of the right of the accused to prove their innocence in court during a trial. Did the confess to the lesser non-SOSMA offence to escape prolonged detention - the cause would be the Public Prosecutor failure to begin and end trial fast?
With GISBH, most of the business premises(if not ALL) seem to have closed > What happened to the employees and those who depended on these businesses for their income.
Then, ACCOUNTS were frozen - but the offences have still not been proven in Court to date???
ONE may wonder whether the CRACKDOWN on GISBH was an intentional abuse of power by State? For what reason? Some say because in GISBH (and previously Arqam) they were DESTROYING the myth that the Malay will not survive or succeed without government help or the help of then dominant Malay parties - because Arqam then, and Ikhwan later, was doing just that > succeeding economically without anybodies help - Would this affect UMNO and other Malay political parties support???? Questions to ponder on.
We will discuss this in Greater Depth later - BUT do you think the 'pre-conviction' suffering on the presumed INNOCENT can still be justified?
SHOULD we be asking whether the laws about FREEZING of ACCOUNTS and other interference with business ought to be REVIEWED - for it looks like pre-conviction punishment??? Should accounts not be FREEZED until the accused has been TRIED and proven GUILTY in Court > UNJUST to stop usage of moneys in accounts that are needed for business, salaries and income - at least not until the end of TRIAL that results in CONVICTION.
OK to prevent monies from flowing overseas??? (which should have been done when there RM2 Billion Plus in Najib's Account) - but to completely deny access to one's money before the offence is proven in Court after a FAIR Trial is wrong and MOST UNJUST > the law need to be REVIEWED >> business should not be prematurely killed, and people denied access to salary and living expenses...
ALL this freezing of accounts forcing GISBH businesses to close happened in 2024 - and it is now May 2026 >> Businesses closed and livelihoods affected > IF at the end of the day, they are found NOT GUILTY - it is most difficult to ensure JUSTICE be done (around 8-10 Business premises in Temerloh now closed for some time) - and I believe what was done was UNJUST - OK to sentence after Trial and CONVICTION - but then until now the TRIAL is yet to Start - But GISBH has already been punished as their accounts have been frozen, businesses closed,...???
A total of 331 money laundering charges involving more than RM38.1 million against the former chief executive officer (CEO) and three accountants of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) will be heard before the same judge....All accused were charged under Section 4(1)(b) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001, which carries up to 15 years' imprisonment and a fine of at least five times the value of the proceeds or RM5 million, whichever is higher, upon conviction.-NST, 29/1/2026
And still the TRIAL not commenced after it all started in 2024 - Is it just for the CLOSURE of Business establishment and FREEZING of company accounts BEFORE TRIAL and Convictions? I THINK NOT - FIND THEM GUILTY FIRST IN COURT AFTER A FAIR TRIAL AND THEN COMES THE 'SENTENCE' and PUNISHMENT?
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said that the offences identified by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) include failure to lodge the company's annual returns, failure to prepare Financial Statements, and failure to display the company's name and registration number at the place of business...
If you look at the offenses now - it is LAME - and unjust to freeze bank accounts or 'close' premises...
What is MOST SAD is that even after the trials - and the GISBH and persons related are found to be NOT GUILTY by court on the money laundering allegations, the company offenses, etc > They have already suffered UNJUST pre-conviction punishment that can never be REVERSED..
What happen to all that CHILD ABUSE and SEXUAL ABUSE allegations against GISBH - was it all 'Lies" just to kill GISBH and its businesses? If some worker commits the crime - you cannot blame GISBH for the crime of some 'bad' workers..
Can we blame ANWAR IBRAHIM or the MADANI Government for the crimes of some bad public officers? As PM, he is responsible for all actions of government ultimately...
'I wasn't raped': Court frees man after charge withdrawn
KUALA SELANGOR: A 26-year-old factory worker was discharged and acquitted by the Sessions Court here today after the prosecution withdrew a rape charge when the complainant testified that she had not been raped.
The development came during cross-examination by the defence, prompting the prosecution to apply for the charge to be withdrawn.
Judge Nurul Mardhiah Mohammed Redza allowed the application by deputy public prosecutor Muhammad Azamuddin Razak, bringing the case, which had dragged on for more than two years, to an end.
The accused had been charged under Section 376(1) of the Penal Code, which carries a sentence of up to 20 years' imprisonment and whipping upon conviction.
He was accused of raping a woman at a premises in Bestari Jaya about 10.30am on April 21, 2024.
According to the charge, the alleged offence took place at Lot 1501A, Jalan Bakti, Simpang Tiga Ijok, within the Kuala Selangor district.
Defence counsel S. Vinesh said his client had been remanded for about two months at the initial stage of the case before being released on bail, which his family struggled to afford.
"During trial, when cross-examined by the defence, the complainant herself stated, 'saya tidak dirogol', following which the prosecution withdrew the charge.
"This raises serious concerns as to the manner in which the investigation was conducted. While genuine victims must always be protected, investigations must be carried out with proper care, objectivity and diligence to ensure that no person is unjustly deprived of his liberty," he said.
The accused maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings. - NST, 30/4/2026
GISBH CEO, son of ex-Al-Arqam leader among 13 men jailed for 15 months over unlawful group membership
KAJANG, Nov 7 — The Shah Alam High Court today sentenced GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) chief executive officer Nasiruddin Mohd Ali and Mohammad Adib At-Tamimi, the son of former Al-Arqam founder Ashaari Muhammad, along with 11 other men, to 15 months’ jail each for being members of an unlawful organisation.
Apart from Nasiruddin, 66, and Mohammad Adib At-Tamimi, 33, the other men are Mohd Shukri Mohd Noor, 54; Muhammad Afdaluddin Latif, 35; Mohamad Sayuti Omar, 36; Mohd Fazil Md Jasin, 58; Mohd Dhirar Fakhrur Razi, 35; Mokhtar Tajuddin, 61; Muhammad Fajrul Islam Khalid, 29; Abu Ubaidah Ahmad Shukri, 35; Shuhaimi Mohamed, 57; Hasnan Abd Hamid, 54; and Muhammad Zahid Azhar @ Nadzri, 52.
Judge Datuk Seri Latifah Mohd Tahar meted out the sentence during a proceeding held at the Kajang Prison Complex after they pleaded guilty to the charge.
They were ordered to serve their sentences from the date of their arrest, which was between September 2, 2024, and October 12, 2024.
Meanwhile, Nasiruddin’s wife, Azura Md Yusof, 58, and eight other women were each fined RM4,500, in default seven months’ imprisonment, after pleading guilty to the same charge.
The eight women are Khalilatul-Zalifah Mohammad Jamil, 28; Nur Jannah Omar, 33; Hamimah Yakub, 72; Asmat @ Asmanira Muhammad Ramly, 45; Nurul Jannah Idris, 29; Siti Salmiah Ismail, 58; Siti Hajar Ismail, 52; and Mahani Kasim, 55.
They were initially charged with being members of an organised criminal group under Section 130V(1) of the Penal Code, which provides imprisonment of not less than five years and a maximum of 20 years upon conviction.
However, following a representation from all the accused, the Attorney General’s Chambers offered them an alternative charge, with becoming members of GISBH, which is an unlawful organisation.
They are charged with committing the offence at a premises in Bandar Country Homes, Rawang, between October 2020 and September 11, 2024.
The charge is framed under Section 43 of the Societies Act 1966 (Act 335) and is punishable with a maximum sentence of three years imprisonment or a fine not exceeding RM5,000 or both, if convicted.
Before handing down the sentence, Judge Latifah said the court took into consideration the guilty pleas of all the accused to the alternative charge, after hearing the prosecution’s aggravating submissions and the defence’s mitigation pleas.
“There are 13 male accused in this case, and the court has taken into account their guilty pleas to the alternative charge, as well as their expression of remorse and regret over their actions. The court also considered the fact that they have been in remand for 13 months,” she said.
As for the female accused, the judge said the court also took into account their guilty pleas and the period they spent in remand, which was about six months, before being granted bail. — Bernama, Malay Mail, 7/11/2025
LETTER | Suhakam firmly supports the Office of the Children’s Commissioner’s (OCC) recommendation to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate the grave allegations surrounding the Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) case.
The reported human rights violations, including mistreatment, exploitation, and abuse of children, call for urgent and decisive action.
Suhakam asserts that an RCI is the most effective mechanism for ensuring a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into these serious allegations. Establishing the RCI will not only hold perpetrators accountable but also address the systemic failures within the regulatory and enforcement agencies tasked with child protection.
Impunity for violations of children’s rights cannot be tolerated. The inquiry must pave the way for justice for the victims and comprehensive reforms to strengthen Malaysia’s child protection framework.
The GISBH case exposes significant lapses in oversight and governance, with the alleged abuses reportedly going unnoticed for over 10 years. Suhakam stresses that the inquiry should prioritise identifying institutional weaknesses that allowed such violations to persist unchecked.
There is an urgent need to streamline governance for child protection and alternative care institutions under a unified agency or authority.
The case highlights a fragmented regulatory framework, where different homes fall under various jurisdictions, including State Islamic Religious Councils, the Social Welfare Department, and, in some instances, the Education Ministry. This fragmentation has led to inefficiencies and catastrophic failures in allowing children to fall through the cracks.
Re-examine existing oversight mechanisms
Children’s commissioner Farah Nini Dusuki reiterates that establishing an RCI will not only uncover the root causes of these abuses but also propel necessary legal and institutional reforms to prevent such cases from recurring. It is time to re-examine existing oversight mechanisms and ensure robust protections across all institutions responsible for children’s care and welfare.
Suhakam calls on the government and all relevant authorities to act swiftly in supporting the establishment of the RCI. Such an inquiry will send a powerful message of the government’s commitment to justice, transparency, and the protection of children.
The RCI must provide a platform for victims, their families, and the public to voice their concerns, seek justice, and achieve closure.
Moreover, Suhakam urges all parties involved to fully respect the victims’ rights, particularly the children, throughout the investigative process.
Protecting children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and neglect is a fundamental obligation under Malaysian law and international human rights standards, including the Convention on the Rights of the Child, to which Malaysia is a party.
In reaffirming our commitment to upholding human rights in Malaysia, Suhakam stands ready to assist the RCI in pursuing justice and accountability.
We are dedicated to ensuring that this inquiry not only delivers justice for the victims but also brings about the comprehensive reforms necessary to protect future generations of children from similar exploitation. - Malaysiakini, 11/10/2024
GISBH slapped with 50 SSM compounds, 12 investigation papers sent to A-GC
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 50 compounds have been issued to Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings Bhd, with 27 compounds still unresolved, up to Feb 1.
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said that the offences identified by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) include failure to lodge the company's annual returns, failure to prepare Financial Statements, and failure to display the company's name and registration number at the place of business.
"As of Feb 1, SSM has taken enforcement action by issuing 50 compounds against the GISB group of companies, of which 27 remain unpaid," he said in a written parliamentary reply last night.
He also said that SSM had completed its investigation of the 12 main companies of the group and handed it to the Attorney-General's Chambers (A-GC) on Aug 4, 2025.
"The matter is currently pending further instructions from the deputy public prosecutor at the (A-GC)," he said.
Armizan also said that the companies under GISB were still registered under SSM, pending prosecution decisions.
"For now, the registration of GISB companies remains in the SSM records pending a decision and official instructions from the prosecution.
"The government assures that no company will be protected if found to have breached the law, and that any further action, including prosecution or cancellation of registration, will be carried out fully in accordance with the law," he said. - NST, 12/2/2026
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