UMNO man says he’s prepared to apologise over ‘joke’
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Sepang Umno chief Noorazli Said said he was aware of the reactions and views that arose regarding a story he shared when speaking at the 2026 Umno General Assem...
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AN UMNO delegate who allegedly made sexually charged jokes about Catholic priests and nuns while speaking at the recent 2026 UMNO General Assembly (PAU) said he was prepared to apologise.
"I used the story solely as an analogy to draw a lesson about the importance of focus, perseverance, and wisdom in achieving a goal. It was not intended to insult, belittle, or mock any individual, belief, or religion.
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- Sep 14, 2026
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