Election Commission refutes social media claims that Sabah state election candidates must undergo LHDN income tax verification to qualify.
KOTA KINABALU: The Election Commission has denied social media claims that candidates must undergo income tax checks with the Inland Revenue Board to qualify for nomination in the 17th Sabah State Election.
In a Facebook post today, the EC stated that information circulating via WhatsApp about mandatory tax verification is false.
“The information is not true. Please take note,” the commission’s post read.
The EC has confirmed November 29 as polling day for the Sabah state election.
Nomination day is scheduled for November 15, with early voting taking place on November 25.
The commission directed the public to its official website for accurate election information and updates. – Bernama
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