BLACK MONDAY FOR MALAYSIANS – PAKATAN STALWART SALAHUDDIN DIES THE NIGHT BEFORE AFTER BRAIN SURGERY – ‘HE WORKED TIRELESSLY TO KEEP PRICES DOWN,’ SAYS MAT SABU – ‘HIS SERVICES CANNOT BE MATERIALLY REPAID. REST NOW, MY FRIEND,’ SAYS ANWAR
Salahuddin dies in hospital
His death was confirmed by his daughter in a Facebook post.
PETALING JAYA: Domestic trade and cost of living minister Salahuddin Ayub died at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar tonight. He was 61.
His daughter, Fatihah, confirmed his death in a Facebook post.
She said Salahuddin died at 9.23pm.
Salahuddin was rushed to the hospital at 10.15pm on Friday after experiencing nausea and vomiting.
He underwent surgery for a brain haemorrhage and had been recovering in the intensive care unit.
In a statement, the domestic trade and cost of living ministry confirmed Salahuddin’s death.
“It is with sadness and sorrow (that) we announce the minister of domestic trade and cost of living Salahuddin Ayub breathed his last at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital, Alor Setar, Kedah at 9.23pm.
“The minister’s remains are being arranged to be sent home to his mother’s house in Kampung Serkat, Tanjung Piai.”
The ministry said Salahuddin’s family thanked everyone for their support over the years, and extended further thanks to the staff at the hospital. FMT
Salahuddin’s services cannot be materially repaid, says Anwar
The prime minister says the minister’s death is a huge loss for him personally.
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described the death of domestic trade and cost of living minister Salahuddin Ayub as a huge loss for him, personally, and for Salahuddin’s family.
Admitting to being affected by the sad news, Anwar said the services of Salahuddin, who was also the Amanah deputy president, could not be materially repaid.
“He was known for his esteemed character, by both friends or foes. A strong figure who worked (hard), was trustworthy and responsible.
“Rest now, my friend,” he posted on Facebook tonight.
Salahuddin, 61, died at 9.23pm today at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar, Kedah, following surgery for a brain haemorrhage on Friday. FMT
Salahuddin worked tirelessly to keep prices down, says Mat Sabu
The Amanah president also says his deputy was synonymous with the concept of Rahmah.
ALOR SETAR: Domestic trade and cost of living minister Salahuddin Ayub has been described as an active minister who worked tirelessly to ensure there was no sharp rise in the prices of goods.
Agriculture and food security minister Mohamad Sabu said Salahuddin was also synonymous with the concept of Rahmah, which provided benefits to the people, especially in dealing with issues concerning the cost of living.
“Allahyarham was a persistent person and when he was domestic trade and cost of living minister, he was very active, especially in ensuring the prices of goods did not escalate. He worked so hard, including meeting companies and employers.
“Everyone is aware of this, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who said he (Salahuddin) was one of the ministers who was persistent in carrying out his duties,” he told reporters at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital here tonight.
Caretaker Kedah menteri besar Sanusi Nor also conveyed his condolences to Salahuddin’s family, describing Salahuddin as a gentleman.
Sanusi said he will also feel the loss as he had known Salahuddin since 1997, adding that Salahuddin had even stayed at his house several times.
“On behalf of the Kedah government, our sympathies go out to the family. He happened to fall ill in Kedah while performing his duties.
“I thank him for his ministerial efforts in dealing with the issue of rising prices,” he said.
Amanah vice-president Mahfuz Omar said Salahuddin had successfully raised the Rahmah agenda as a new engine that benefitted all parties and economic sectors.
“I was very close to Allahyarham, from when we were in our former party (PAS) until now. This is a huge loss, the people will also feel it.
“I would like to say this: Din, Malaysians will miss you, thank you Din for the Rahmah agenda that has lessened the burden of the people. Thank you, Din,” he said. FMT
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