Najib barred from politics under house arrest; family allowed to stay with him
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been placed under house arrest with strict conditions, including a ban on political activities and social media use. Any violation of these terms will result in his immediate return to prison.
Why it matters
The case is a high-profile example of legal and political accountability in Malaysia, involving a former head of state serving a sentence under specific royal pardon conditions.
Najib Razak had submitted a written request for a second residence to be included in his house arrest arrangements, but this was not approved.
Police put up yellow tape to cordon off the road leading to the house of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak ahead of a decision on his house arrest bid on Nov 10, 2026. (Photo: CNA/Fadza Ishak)
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