Don’t turn N-Day celebrations into a ‘Black Merdeka’, public urged

(The Star) – To be able to celebrate National Day for the 52nd year is something all Malaysians should be proud of and it should not to be turned into a “black” day, said Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Mansor.

The people should look at the nation’s achievements and successes positively and not be influenced by certain groups that have called on the public to show displeasure against the Government today, said the Barisan Nasional secretary-general.

“There were those who feel slighted or neglected because they did not get some things that they have wanted,” he said.

“But, that should not be a reason to participate in activities that will tarnish the image of the country, especially its National Day celebrations,” Tengku Adnan told reporters after handing out flags to a crowd at the Precinct 8 market, here, Sunday.

He was commenting on an SMS circulating in the country, urging people to show their displeasure towards the Government by wearing black on Monday.

Tengku Adnan said he was alerted of the message by some friends and had informed Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin of it on Saturday.

He said he expected the matter to be discussed with Home Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein to see what action should be taken against the irresponsible parties.