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Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has attributed delays in announcing Barisan Nasional candidates for the Johor state election to a comprehensive vetting procedure designed to ensure quality candidacy.
Johor BN has announced its full candidate slate for the 16th state election, retaining the Menteri Besar in Machap while fielding former health minister Adham Baba in Pasir Raja, signalling continuity in the coalition's electoral strategy.