Anwar extends condolences to former deputy minister Zahidi's family

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his condolences to the family of former Communications and Multimedia deputy minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin, who passed away yesterday. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

First Published: Saturday, 14 Nov 2026 9:23 AM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his condolences to the family of former Communications and Multimedia deputy minister Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin, who passed away yesterday.

In a Facebook post, Anwar prayed that Allah SWT would forgive the deceased’s sins and shower his soul with mercy.

“May his family be granted strength and remain steadfast in facing this great trial,” he said.

Meanwhile, Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil also expressed his sorrow over the passing of the former Padang Besar Member of Parliament.

“On behalf of everyone at the Communications Ministry, I would like to extend my condolences to the entire family and friends of the deceased.

“May they be granted strength, patience and fortitude in facing this loss,” he said.

He also called on the public to pray that the deceased’s soul would be showered with mercy, his sins be forgiven and that he would be placed among the faithful.

Zahidi’s remains were laid to rest at the Bayan Lepas Islamic Cemetery in Penang after Isyak prayers. — Bernama