“MAIPs made the decision to terminate and transfer the affected imams in an effort to improve the mosque management. The decision was part of the continuous process to also enliven (imarah masjid) the mosques,” he said in a statement issued here today.

The statement by Tuanku Syed Faizuddin, who is also MAIPs president, was released by MAIPs chief executive Mohd Nazim Mohd Noor.

Two days ago, the media reported that the service of 25 imams in Perlis had been terminated and 10 others transferred, through a letter issued by MAIPs, dated last Dec 31. But no reason was given.

Tuanku Syed Faizuddin said the transfer or termination of the imams’ services was aimed at rejuvenating the administration in the respective mosques.

“MAIPs always appreciates the contributions and sacrifices by the imams, mosque officers and the committee members. I, too, express my appreciation and pray that Allah will reward them for their services,” he added.