Perlis assemblyman Wan Badariah dies at 50

Wan Badariah Wan Saad, the Perlis state assemblyman representing Mata Ayer, died at Hospital Tuanku Fauziah in Kangar at 4.26pm on Tuesday. She was 50 years old.

The PAS politician's death comes after a period of unspecified health complications that required hospitalisation in the northern state. Details surrounding her condition prior to her passing have not been disclosed.

Wan Badariah's death marks a significant loss for her constituency and the state assembly. As the Mata Ayer representative, she had been involved in local governance and constituency matters in Perlis.

The exact cause of her death has not been made public. Her family and colleagues are expected to release further statements regarding funeral arrangements and succession matters.