“There is no such thing (leaving Umno). I am an Umno loyalist,” he told reporters when met after the state executive council meeting here today.
On his statement criticising the state’s administration under Menteri Besar Ahmad Razif Abdul Rahman which was reported in the newspapers today, Ghazali said it was intended to ensure the people felt the effectiveness of the Umno and Barisan Nasional (BN) leadership in Terengganu.
“As the people’s elected representative who listens to their voice, it is my responsibility to pass on the message so that the state and its government are respected.
“The advice and criticisms were made because this is a government for the people, so the people want the best service,” he added.
Questioned whether he had no confidence in the present state leadership, Ghazali said “no”.
“Everybody makes mistakes and has weaknesses. We are not perfect. There are times we see things positively. If there is any wrong, we correct it. What is good, we make it better.
“What is important is that the people get to enjoy the best that we can give,” he added.
When said that his action could be perceived as him siding with former Menteri Besar Ahmad Said,Ghazali said such an issue did not arise because his criticism was intended for the good of Umno.
“The question of belonging to which faction does not arise. We are Umno. We are Barisan Nasional. What is important is we want Barisan Nasional to remain strong and for Umno and BN to give the best to the people of Terengganu.
“We do not want people to regret voting for us (BN) just because we don’t serve them,” he added.
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