Johor denies state link to graft probe of statutory body chief

The Johor government has clarified it has no connection to a graft investigation involving a statutory body chairman who was recently detained on suspicion of corruption. State Housing and Local Government Committee Chairman Jafni Shukor said the state administration hopes the public will refrain from linking the case to the government. He appealed for restraint in public commentary and speculation regarding the matter pending investigation by relevant authorities. The detained chairman's position at the statutory body is distinct from his role within the state government structure, officials indicated. The case remains under investigation by anti-corruption authorities, with further details expected as the probe progresses.