SEREMBAN: The appointment of 10 state executive councillors (Exco) in Negeri Sembilan will be finalised as soon as possible after discussions with Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional, says Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun (pic).
Aminuddin said discussions could be held as early as Tuesday (Aug 15), before the list of Exco members was finalised and announced but what was certain was that it would be a blend of old and new faces.
"The number of Exco will not exceed 10, as stated in the constitution. We need to get the blessing of the respecive party leadership to avoid any issues that might crop up later," he told reporters after the swearing-in and oath taking ceremony for the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar, here on Monday (Aug 14).
Aminuddin however, urged all sate assemblymen to continue serving their respective constituencies to ensure continuity in service for the people.
He added that the Yang Dipertua Dewan Undangan Negeri Zulkefly Mohamad Omar, would continue to carry out his duties until the Oath Taking Ceremony for Exco members was held.
The Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir decreed that the peace and harmony of the state could not be compromised for personal gains.
Meanwhile, Aminuddin during the oath taking and swearing-in ceremony, thanked Tuanku Muhriz for the confidence and advise offered to him.
"I pledge to carry out my duties to administer the state responsibly and uphold the trust and confidence vested upon me.
"I also pledge my loyalty and full support for Tuanku.
"The close association between the people and the royal institution has been key in the smooth administration of the state.
"I pledge to administer the state and ensure the progress of the people and development of the state," he said.
The outcome of the state election which ended on Saturday, saw the Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional coalition retain Negeri Sembilan after winning 31 seats against Perikatan’s five.
Pakatan Harapan clinched 17 seats while Barisan Nasional came in with 14. - Bernama
