Key facts
- Ismail Lasim denied reports of his resignation on October 22, 2026.
- The Negeri Sembilan crisis involves a dispute over the state's throne and challenges to the ruler's authority.
- Tuanku Muhriz revoked the appointment of the entire executive council except Ismail on September 20.
- Amanah deputy president Mujahid Yusof Rawa called for Ismail's resignation if he cannot explain his actions.
Negeri Sembilan Chief Minister Ismail Lasim has denied reports that he has resigned, stating on October 22, 2026, that the claims are "political games" and untrue. The denial comes as a constitutional crisis in the Malaysian state deepens, stemming from a dispute over the throne that began in April. The state's executive council is challenging their sacking by the state's ruler, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, in court. Tuanku Muhriz had previously revoked the appointments of the entire executive council, except for Ismail, on September 20, and was reportedly seen in a video dressing down the chief minister over his allegiance.