Should Zahidi resign for providing inaccurate information twice?

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Zahidi Should Resign Following Dual Instances of Inaccurate Parliamentary Information

Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin, the Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister, should resign from his position due to providing inaccurate information on two separate occasions in Parliament. These instances have led to a loss of public credibility, necessitating a replacement with a more competent individual.
Inaccurate E-commerce Surcharge Announcement

Zahidi announced that the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia Malaysia (KKMM) intended to impose a service fee on e-commerce purchases. Specifically, he stated a fee of 20 cents for purchases under RM1,000 and an additional 20 cents for every subsequent RM1,000. However, the ministry itself refuted this statement, denying that any such discussions on a surcharge had taken place, especially after facing negative public feedback. This contradiction directly undermined the ministry's official position and Zahidi's own pronouncements.
Misrepresentation of Veveonah Mosibin's Exam Situation

In a separate incident, Zahidi made allegations regarding Sabahan student Veveonah Mosibin, claiming she had staged her widely reported exam situation conducted atop a tree due to poor internet connectivity. This assertion drew considerable public anger, with many viewing it as an attempt to discredit the student. Zahidi later apologised for these remarks, attributing the information he provided to another Member of Parliament, Datuk Abdul Rahim Bakri. This subsequent apology and explanation did not negate the initial inaccurate and damaging statement made in a parliamentary context.

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