KUALA LUMPUR – The Johor government has declared tomorrow a special state holiday as a gesture of appreciation to residents following the conclusion of the 16th Johor state election.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the holiday was announced to thank the people of Johor for exercising their civic responsibilities during yesterday’s polls, Bernama reported.
“I am pleased to announce that, with the approval of His Royal Highness Tunku Mahkota Ismail, the Regent of Johor, the Johor government has declared Monday, July 13, 2026 as a Johor state special holiday,” he said in a Facebook statement today.
Barisan Nasional (BN) secured a commanding victory in the state election, winning a two-thirds majority with 48 out of the 56 seats in the Johor State Legislative Assembly.
Onn Hafiz also expressed his appreciation to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Tunku Mahkota Ismail for their consent and confidence in his reappointment as Johor Menteri Besar.
The Machap assemblyman said he would continue carrying out the responsibility entrusted to him with full commitment and loyalty for the progress of Johor and the well-being of its people.
“I recognise that every decision I make moving forward will affect the lives of millions of Bangsa Johor.
“I therefore pray that Allah SWT continues to guide my path, bestow wisdom in my decision-making, and grant me the strength to uphold justice, integrity and sincerity as I undertake this responsibility,” he said.
He also urged Johoreans to pray for continued guidance from Allah SWT and for ease in the state government’s efforts to serve the people.
“May every responsibility entrusted to us be discharged with sincerity and integrity, and may every decision taken be guided by divine wisdom and receive His blessings. Insya-Allah,” he said.
Earlier, Onn Hafiz took his oath of office as Johor Menteri Besar before Tunku Mahkota Ismail. – July 12, 2026