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Negeri Sembilan nobles allege MB backed ruler's removal plan
A group of Negeri Sembilan chieftains has claimed that Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun signed a proclamation supporting the dethroning of Tuanku Muhriz. The allegations have sparked fresh controversy surrounding the state's leadership.
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Chieftains in Negeri Sembilan have levelled serious accusations against Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun, asserting that he affixed his signature to a document endorsing the removal of the state ruler, Tuanku Muhriz. The nobles made the claims public in recent days, adding another layer of tension to the political situation in the southern state.
The alleged proclamation, if verified, would represent a significant breach in the traditional alliance between the state's executive and royal institution. The claims have not been independently verified and represent serious allegations that may have constitutional ramifications for Negeri Sembilan's governance structure.
Meanwhile, sources indicate that Aminuddin Harun has maintained his loyalty to the Sultan, denying involvement in any coordinated effort to challenge the ruler's position. The conflicting accounts have drawn scrutiny from political observers monitoring developments in the state.
The situation underscores ongoing tensions within Negeri Sembilan's political establishment. Negeri Sembilan's unique constitutional framework grants significant authority to its council of nobles, or the Dewan Negara Sembilan, which plays a key role in state governance alongside the Sultan and Menteri Besar.