Civil society group urges due process after UMNO man's controversial religious remarks
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CAN Malaysia says the Sepang UMNO chief’s apology should not pre-empt due process, urging authorities to investigate his controversial religious remarks while calling for greater interfaith respect.
From the original report
The controversy arose after Noorazli made a "priest and nun" joke containing sexual innuendo during his winding-up speech at the UMNO General Assembly 2026, while also misquoting Psalm 129 by attributing a verse that does not exist in the biblical passage.
His remarks drew criticism from political leaders across party lines, civil society groups and the Christian community, prompting a public apology and a police report.
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- Sep 18, 2026
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