Fahmi mourns former Info DG Mohd Sukari

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3 Aug 2026 • 6:27 PM MYT
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Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil pays tribute to former Information Department chief Mohd Sukari Ab Hamid following his passing at age 65.

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil extended his condolences to the family of former Information Department director-general Datuk Mohd Sukari Ab Hamid, who died today.

Fahmi said the Mohd Sukari was among the first individuals he met after being entrusted with leading the Communications Ministry and that he was also one of the people who worked most closely with him in carrying out his official duties.

“The passing of the late Mohd Sukari is deeply felt and leaves a profound impact on the entire Communications Ministry family, especially the Information Department.

“May Allah SWT forgive all his sins, bestow His mercy upon his soul, and place him among the righteous,” he said in a Facebook post.

Mohd Sukari was buried after the Asar prayers at the Sakinah Cemetery in Kampung Melayu, Kepong.

Mohd Sukari, 65, was appointed Director-General of the Information Department on Dec 7, 2020, and retired on March 20, 2024.

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