KOTA BARU: The Kelantan government has confirmed that the appointment of state Bersatu chairman Datuk Kamaruddin Md Nor as a state executive councillor (exco) was not renewed, effective Nov 9.
Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Mohamed Fadzli Hassan said the decision had received the consent of the Sultan of Kelantan, Sultan Muhammad V.
He said the state government wished to express its appreciation and gratitude to Kamaruddin, who is also Ayer Lanas assemblyman, for his service and contributions during his tenure as an exco member.
“The responsibilities entrusted to him were carried out with dedication and a strong sense of responsibility.
“Following this, the portfolios held by Datuk Kamaruddin will be overseen by two existing excos.
“Hilmi Abdullah will oversee the Tourism and Arts portfolio, while Zamakhsyari Mohamad will take charge of the Heritage and Culture portfolio.
“The decision takes immediate effect,” he said in a statement.
Yesterday, Kamaruddin confirmed receiving a letter from the state government terminating his appointment as an exco member.
However, he declined to disclose the contents of the letter.
Kamaruddin is scheduled to hold a press conference at 3pm today.