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Negeri Sembilan constitution cannot be overridden by exco, says undang
The Rembau undang has asserted that no person, institution, or executive council meeting holds authority to supersede the state constitution. Hassan Ab Hamid's statement underscores the primacy of constitutional governance in Negeri Sembilan.
LSN Malaysia ·
Rembau Undang Hassan Ab Hamid has affirmed that the Negeri Sembilan constitution remains the supreme legal document in the state, with no individual, body, or executive council empowered to override its provisions.
The undang's statement carries particular significance in Negeri Sembilan, where the institution of undang—the traditional Minangkabau rulers—holds constitutionally recognised authority alongside the state's executive framework.
Hassan Ab Hamid's assertion reinforces the constitutional hierarchy within the state, clarifying the respective powers and limitations of various governing institutions. The pronouncement addresses questions about the relative authority of different branches of state governance.
The statement reflects ongoing concerns about constitutional integrity and the proper separation of powers within Negeri Sembilan's unique governance structure, which blends traditional Minangkabau institutions with modern administrative systems.
No immediate response from the state executive council was available at the time of publication.