What UMNO's FAQ Documents Posted on Facebook on 28 April Say
UMNO released on Facebook an FAQ document setting out why its 14 state assemblymen had unanimously withdrawn support from Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun.
On 27 April 2026, Barisan Nasional Negeri Sembilan released a formal FAQ document setting out why its 14 state assemblymen had unanimously withdrawn support from Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun. The document, framed as a statement of principle rather than a political declaration, is worth reading carefully, because what it says, and what it does not say, tells a rather different story depending on where you stand.
Here is the full translation of the UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan FAQ document as posted on Facebook.
BARISAN NASIONAL NEGERI SEMBILAN FAQ: UMNO & BARISAN NASIONAL NEGERI SEMBILAN
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan’s Position on the Adat Institutional Crisis, State Constitution, and Confidence in the Menteri Besar
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan takes this position with full responsibility, not to create political tension, not to interfere in adat affairs, and not to pursue power.
This position was taken after the crisis involving the Adat Institution and the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution was not handled properly, to the extent that it has undermined confidence in the leadership of the Menteri Besar, the state government administration, and public harmony.
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan continues to uphold the Royal Institution, respect the Adat Institution, defend the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution, and desires a stable state government for the benefit of the people.
1. What is the real issue?
The real issue is not a contest for the Menteri Besar’s position.
The real issue is that the crisis involving the Adat Institution and the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution has escalated into a crisis of confidence in the way the Menteri Besar has handled the matter.
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan holds the view that adat matters should be handled properly, wisely, and carefully. However, when the Menteri Besar’s statements on this matter were disputed by the adat parties involved, and when the UMNO/BN Exco members were not informed of any state government discussions before the issue became critical, confidence in the Menteri Besar’s leadership eroded.
What was more disappointing was when adat parties also did not attend the opening of the state legislative assembly sitting, which gave the impression that the situation had become extremely critical.
2. Is UMNO/BN interfering in adat affairs?
No.
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan is not determining who is right or wrong in the adat dispute. UMNO/BN also does not take on the role of replacing the Adat Institution or making decisions on behalf of the adat parties.
UMNO/BN’s position is clear: adat matters should be resolved by the adat institution in accordance with adat procedure, the state constitution, and state laws.
What UMNO/BN questions is the actions and statements of the state government executive, specifically when the Menteri Besar is seen to be making final statements on adat matters that are still disputed by the adat parties themselves.
3. Why are the Menteri Besar’s statements being questioned?
The Menteri Besar’s statements are being questioned because he stated that the Special Session of the Dewan Keadilan dan Undang (DKU) on 17 April 2026 had agreed to advise and accept the consensus regarding the dismissal of Dato’ Mubarak bin Dohak as the incumbent of the Dato’ Klana Petra title of Luak Sungei Ujong. The MB’s official statement also stated that the dismissal took effect from 13 May 2025 and was linked to 33 violations relating to pesaka (inheritance matters) and adat.
However, those statements were subsequently disputed by the adat parties involved. Media reported that four Undang disputed the MB’s claim that the DKU had advised that Mubarak Dohak be dismissed. The reports also mentioned that they claimed DKU members present did not make a collective and unanimous decision at that special session.
For that reason, UMNO/BN is of the view that this matter requires more complete official clarification, including the basis of the decision, the meeting minutes, the attendance list, and the actual form of the decision.
4. What is the DKU?
DKU stands for Dewan Keadilan dan Undang (Council of Justice and Chiefs).
Based on a Bernama report citing the Menteri Besar’s statement, the function of the Negeri Sembilan DKU is as an advisory body on matters relating to Malay customs and traditions, including the selection and dismissal of Undang Luak positions as provided for under the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution.
For that reason, the question that arises is: if the DKU functions as an advisory body, what is the basis for the state government to issue statements that appear to be final decisions on the status of an Undang in an adat matter that is still disputed?
5. What matters require further clarification from the Menteri Besar?
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan is of the view that there are several matters that need to be officially clarified:
First, did the DKU Special Session on 17 April 2026 truly reach a collective and unanimous decision?
Second, if that decision exists, where are the meeting minutes, the attendance list, and the official record of support?
Third, if the DKU is only an advisory body in adat matters, on what capacity did the state government make a statement that is seen as a final decision?
Fourth, why were UMNO/BN Exco members not informed in state government discussions before the issue became critical?
Fifth, how does the state government intend to restore public confidence when the Menteri Besar’s own statements are disputed by the adat parties involved?
These questions are not final accusations. They are questions of administration, transparency, and constitutional order that deserve to be answered.
6. Is UMNO/BN taking sides with any adat party?
No.
UMNO/BN does not take sides with any party in the adat dispute. UMNO/BN respects the Adat Institution of Negeri Sembilan and does not wish adat affairs to become an arena of open political contest.
However, UMNO/BN cannot remain silent when the actions or statements of the state government executive are seen as entering the adat space, thereby causing disputes, public confusion, and a crisis of confidence in state administration.
UMNO/BN’s position is clear: Let the adat institution resolve the adat conflict. But the state government executive’s failure to manage this crisis still needs to be answered.
7. Why is the non-notification of UMNO/BN Exco members a major issue?
This is a major issue because the crisis involves the Adat Institution, the State Constitution, state stability, and public harmony.
In the official statement of BN Negeri Sembilan, it was stated that the Exco from UMNO/BN were never informed of any discussions at the state government level and only learned of the crisis when the situation had already reached a critical stage that had become public debate.
For UMNO/BN, matters of this magnitude should not be handled separately from their administration partners. It reflects a failure of communication, a failure of coordination, and a failure of crisis management at the state leadership level.
8. Why did UMNO/BN withdraw support from the Menteri Besar?
UMNO/BN withdrew support because confidence in the Menteri Besar’s leadership had been lost.
The official statement of BN Negeri Sembilan ADUN stated that all 14 UMNO/BN ADUNs unanimously lost confidence in the Menteri Besar and withdrew support for the state government under his leadership. That position was linked to the Adat Institution and Constitutional crisis, failure to inform in state government discussions, and concerns about state stability and public harmony.
In the principle of government administration, every major state government decision carries the element of collective responsibility. However in this matter, the UMNO/BN Exco were not informed and not properly involved in discussions before the crisis became critical. Therefore, UMNO/BN cannot continue to be seen as part of the decision or action that is seen as interfering in the adat space.
UMNO/BN respects the Negeri Sembilan Adat Institution. Therefore, when the state government executive’s actions are seen as entering the adat space and causing a crisis of confidence, UMNO/BN is obliged to take a clear stand: we do not wish to bear collective responsibility for decisions we were not informed of, did not agree to, and which are not consistent with UMNO/BN’s principle of upholding adat, the constitution, and institutional order.
9. Does this action mean UMNO/BN wants to “stab the roof” (betray the coalition)?
No.
The term “stab the roof” does not accurately describe UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan’s actual position.
UMNO/BN is not acting in a hidden manner. UMNO/BN made an open, official, and responsible statement that confidence in the Menteri Besar had been lost. Any steps following this must be taken in accordance with the Constitution, the State Government Constitution, and a legitimate process.
If UMNO/BN only wanted power, this matter would not have needed to wait until an institutional and administrative crisis occurred. After the 2023 state election, UMNO/BN chose to be part of the Unity Government in Negeri Sembilan for the sake of stability, even though BN had 14 seats and was an important component in the formation of the state government. The composition of the Negeri Sembilan state assembly after the 2023 state election was PH 17 seats, BN 14 seats, and PN 5 seats.
10. Is UMNO/BN opposing the Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan?
Absolutely not.
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan pledges loyalty to and respects the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, the Royal Institution, and the Adat Institution. UMNO/BN’s position is not against Tuanku. UMNO/BN’s position is against the way the Menteri Besar has managed the crisis involving adat and the state constitution.
UMNO/BN also notes reports that the Menteri Besar stated he was instructed to continue administering the state government as usual while the matter is resolved according to the law and State Government Constitution.
However, for UMNO/BN, that does not close the fundamental question: has the Menteri Besar managed this crisis in an orderly, transparent manner, and with the proper involvement of his administration partners?
11. Is UMNO/BN rejecting state government stability?
No.
UMNO/BN is taking this position precisely because it wants state government stability to be restored.
Stability is not merely the government continuing to function. Stability also requires confidence, transparency, leadership wisdom, respect for institutions, and an administration that does not cause public confusion.
The official statement of BN Negeri Sembilan ADUN stated that UMNO/BN wants a stable government so that state administration can play the best possible role and focus on the welfare of the people and the state economy.
12. Will UMNO/BN form a new government with PN?
UMNO/BN Negeri Sembilan’s current focus is not on positions or the formation of a new government.
The main focus is the crisis of confidence in the Menteri Besar and the need to restore state stability through the constitutional process. Any steps following this should be decided in an orderly, legitimate, and responsible manner, and through party leadership consideration and the operative constitutional process.
13. Is UMNO/BN prepared to go through the state legislative assembly process?
Yes.
UMNO/BN respects the constitutional process and the state legislative assembly process. The official statement of BN Negeri Sembilan ADUN states that an official notification will be submitted to the Yang Dipertua of the state legislative assembly and the state legislative assembly Secretary after the press conference. The Menteri Besar himself was reported to have said he has no objection to assembly members proposing a vote of no confidence at a future sitting.
14. What is UMNO/BN’s position towards the people of Negeri Sembilan?
UMNO/BN understands that the people want a calm atmosphere. The people do not want a prolonged crisis. The people want the administration to run, the state economy to be taken care of, and societal harmony to be maintained.
For that reason, UMNO/BN does not want this crisis prolonged by mixed statements, unresolved open disputes, or executive actions that are seen as overstepping the adat space.
UMNO/BN’s position is taken so that the state government returns to the correct foundations: respect for adat, respect for the constitution, respect for institutions, transparency in crisis management, and a renewed focus on the people.
The stated reason: a crisis of confidence in the MB
UMNO/BN’s official position is that their withdrawal of support is not about adat, not about the Undang dispute, and not about wanting the Menteri Besar’s job. They say the issue is simpler: Aminuddin handled a state constitutional crisis badly, excluded his own coalition partners from discussions, made statements that were subsequently disputed by the very adat parties involved, and allowed the situation to reach a public breaking point before anyone in UMNO/BN was told what was happening.
Their core complaint is a governance one. Exco members from UMNO/BN, they say, learned about the unfolding crisis not through internal government briefings, but through public news reports. For a coalition partner holding 14 of the state assembly’s 36 seats, that is a significant grievance.
The questions they are asking about the DKU
The document raises pointed questions about the 17 April 2026 Special Session of the Dewan Keadilan dan Undang, the body whose decision was cited by the Menteri Besar as the basis for recognising the removal of ex-Undang Mubarak Dohak of Luak Sungei Ujong. UMNO/BN asks whether the session truly reached a unanimous collective decision, where the meeting minutes are, and whether the state government had the authority to characterise a DKU advisory recommendation as a final, binding determination.
What the document does not say
Nowhere in the 14-question FAQ does UMNO/BN acknowledge that Mubarak Dohak was removed from his position by the DKU on 17 April 2026, two days before the declaration was signed. Under Article 14(3) of the Negeri Sembilan Constitution 1959, and Article 16, DKU decisions are final and cannot be challenged in any court. The UMNO document treats the legitimacy of that removal as an open question. Constitutionally, it is not.
The document also frames the Menteri Besar’s statement confirming Mubarak’s removal as an executive overreach into adat space. But the state government has maintained that it was simply reporting what the DKU had decided, not substituting its own judgment for that of the adat institution.
The political arithmetic
After the 2023 state election, Negeri Sembilan’s assembly stood at PH 17 seats, BN 14 seats, and PN 5 seats. UMNO/BN’s support was necessary for the Unity Government coalition to hold. With 14 ADUNs now officially withdrawing confidence, the Menteri Besar no longer commands a majority on paper. A vote of no confidence, if brought to the floor, would likely succeed.
UMNO/BN insists this is not about forming a new government with PN, and the document goes to some lengths to make that argument. Whether that assurance holds as events develop remains to be seen.
The timing question
The declaration by the “Undang Yang Empat1”was signed on 19 April. UMNO/BN’s withdrawal of support was announced on 27 April, eight days later. The BN statement was released the same day. The sequence raises a question the document does not address directly: did UMNO/BN’s decision follow from an independent assessment of the Menteri Besar’s governance failures, or did it follow from the political opening created by the Undang’s declaration?
That question matters because the answer shapes how this moment in Negeri Sembilan’s history will ultimately be read.
Footnote
This publication uses the term “Undang Yang Empat” to refer to the four chieftains who signed the 19 April declaration. However, Mubarak Dohak of Luak Sungei Ujong was removed from his position by the Dewan Keadilan dan Undang on 17 April 2026 under Article 14(3) of the Negeri Sembilan Constitution 1959, two days before the declaration was signed. Under Article 16, DKU decisions are final and unchallengeable in any court.
Sources:
Four Undang dispute MB’s account of DKU meeting (The Star, 21 April 2026)
Undang dispute MB’s account of DKU session (Malay Mail, 21 April 2026)
Undang Yang Empat dispute DKU advisory claim (Utusan Malaysia, 21 April 2026)