KOTA KINABALU: The State Attorney-General’s Chambers has underlined the importance of safeguarding the dignity of the Tuan Yang Terutama Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sabah as an esteemed institution.
State Attorney-General Datuk Brenndon Keith Soh (pic), in a statement on Friday, said the Governor’s office, appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, is an integral part of the constitutional framework.
He described the role as a symbol of unity, continuity and sovereignty that must be respected by all.
Soh said the Chambers had taken note of offensive and misleading social media posts that have recently circulated concerning the Governor.
He explained that the posts contained baseless and inaccurate claims which risk undermining public confidence and trust in the institution.
While freedom of expression is recognised under the Federal Constitution, he said it must always be exercised with responsibility.
He reminded the public that the deliberate spread of fabricated or defamatory information could constitute serious criminal offences under Malaysian law.
These include provisions under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, the Sedition Act 1949 and the Penal Code.
Soh urged individuals to verify information through reliable sources, use social media responsibly, and noted that legal measures may be taken where necessary.
He added that Istana Seri Kinabalu stands as a symbol of Sabah’s history and values, and the collective duty of all is to uphold the dignity and honour of the Governor’s institution.
State Attorney-General Datuk Brenndon Keith Soh (pic), in a statement on Friday, said the Governor’s office, appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, is an integral part of the constitutional framework.
He described the role as a symbol of unity, continuity and sovereignty that must be respected by all.
Soh said the Chambers had taken note of offensive and misleading social media posts that have recently circulated concerning the Governor.
He explained that the posts contained baseless and inaccurate claims which risk undermining public confidence and trust in the institution.
While freedom of expression is recognised under the Federal Constitution, he said it must always be exercised with responsibility.
He reminded the public that the deliberate spread of fabricated or defamatory information could constitute serious criminal offences under Malaysian law.
These include provisions under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, the Sedition Act 1949 and the Penal Code.
Soh urged individuals to verify information through reliable sources, use social media responsibly, and noted that legal measures may be taken where necessary.
He added that Istana Seri Kinabalu stands as a symbol of Sabah’s history and values, and the collective duty of all is to uphold the dignity and honour of the Governor’s institution.