Najib Razak: Quick Facts
News •
Ex-Malaysian PM Najib begins house arrest over corruption conviction
• Nov. 11, 2026, 5:07 AM ET (South China Morning Post)
Malaysia's Najib begins house arrest after leaving jail, but another possible prison sentence looms
• Nov. 10, 2026, 3:41 PM ET (Deutsche Welle)
Former Malaysian leader Najib stays in prison after house arrest is put on hold
• Nov. 6, 2026, 8:13 AM ET (AP)
Facts
| Also Known As | Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak |
|---|---|
| Born | July 23, 1953 (age 73) • Kuala Lipis • Malaysia |
| Title / Office | prime minister (2009-2018), Malaysia |
| Political Affiliation | United Malays National Organization |
| Notable Family Members | father Tun Haji Abdul Razak bin Hussein |
| Role In | 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal |
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