N Sembilan crisis: AGC rejects state secretary suspension; rival ruler to hold an audience

News ✕ N Sembilan crisis: AGC rejects state secretary suspension; rival ruler to hold an audience Published: Sep 23, 2026 8:45 AM The Attorney-General's Chambers has rejected a move by Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim to suspend the state government secretary and legal adviser.

Meanwhile, Ismail ( above ) will lead a delegation this morning to have an audience with rival claimant to the state throne Tunku Nadzaruddin Tuanku Ja'afar.

The Attorney-General's Chambers has rejected Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim's move to suspend the state government secretary and legal adviser.

The state government appears to be heading towards an endgame, and it’s unclear whether federal powers can continue thwarting their plans to install Tunku Nadzaruddin as ruler.