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Najib Razak Reportedly Pursuing PhD In Economics While Serving Jail Term At Kajang Prison
The research is reportedly centred on the theme of economic transformation
Cover image via FB/Najib RazakFB/UKM
Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is currently pursuing a PhD in economics while serving his prison sentence at Kajang Prison, according to China Press.
However, sources told the Chinese daily that his doctoral thesis has yet to be completed.
The research is reportedly centred on the theme of economic transformation.
Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is currently pursuing a PhD in economics while serving his prison sentence at Kajang Prison, according to China Press.
However, sources told the Chinese daily that his doctoral thesis has yet to be completed.
The research is reportedly centred on the theme of economic transformation.
Kajang Prison. Photo by WeirdKaya. For illustration purposes only.
Enrolled at UKM while in prison
The 72-year-old enrolled in a PhD programme at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) after being incarcerated in August 2022.
The 72-year-old enrolled in a PhD programme at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) after being incarcerated in August 2022.
Photo via UKM
He began his studies following his imprisonment after the Federal Court upheld his conviction in the SRC International case, marking the end of his legal appeals at the time.
Jailed over SRC International case
Najib started serving his sentence on 23 August 2022, after the Federal Court dismissed his final appeal.
He began his studies following his imprisonment after the Federal Court upheld his conviction in the SRC International case, marking the end of his legal appeals at the time.
Jailed over SRC International case
Najib started serving his sentence on 23 August 2022, after the Federal Court dismissed his final appeal.
Photo via FB/Najib Razak
He was convicted of seven charges involving abuse of power, criminal breach of trust, and money laundering linked to RM42 million belonging to SRC International Sdn Bhd.
The original sentence imposed was 12 years’ imprisonment and a fine of RM210 million.
Sentence later reduced by Pardons Board
On September 1, 2022, Najib applied for a royal pardon.
The Federal Territories Pardons Board, chaired by the then Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, convened on January 29, 2024, with the outcome announced on February 2.
The board approved a 50 percent reduction of his sentence, shortening his jail term to six years and reducing the fine to RM50 million.
Recent court ruling keeps Najib in Kajang Prison
Najib’s academic efforts come amid ongoing legal developments related to his imprisonment.
Most recently, the High Court dismissed his judicial review application seeking to compel the authorities to confirm and implement an alleged royal addendum that he claimed would allow him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest.
The court ruled that the matter was not justiciable, resulting in Najib remaining in Kajang Prison.
He has since continued pursuing further legal avenues.
He was convicted of seven charges involving abuse of power, criminal breach of trust, and money laundering linked to RM42 million belonging to SRC International Sdn Bhd.
The original sentence imposed was 12 years’ imprisonment and a fine of RM210 million.
Sentence later reduced by Pardons Board
On September 1, 2022, Najib applied for a royal pardon.
The Federal Territories Pardons Board, chaired by the then Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, convened on January 29, 2024, with the outcome announced on February 2.
The board approved a 50 percent reduction of his sentence, shortening his jail term to six years and reducing the fine to RM50 million.
Recent court ruling keeps Najib in Kajang Prison
Najib’s academic efforts come amid ongoing legal developments related to his imprisonment.
Most recently, the High Court dismissed his judicial review application seeking to compel the authorities to confirm and implement an alleged royal addendum that he claimed would allow him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest.
The court ruled that the matter was not justiciable, resulting in Najib remaining in Kajang Prison.
He has since continued pursuing further legal avenues.
Still focused on completing his PhD
Najib remains incarcerated and is continuing work on his doctoral thesis, which is still in progress.
His academic pursuit forms part of his activities while serving his reduced prison sentence.
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