KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 — Barisan Nasional (BN) Youth treasurer Datuk Shahrul Nasrun Kamarudin has been relieved of his duties following a viral social media controversy sparked by allegations from his former wife, entrepreneur and influencer Amyera Zainal.
Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh confirmed the decision, saying that it was made to allow Shahrul Nasrun to resolve his personal matters away from the public eye.
“For now, Datuk Shahrul has been temporarily relieved of his duties as BN Youth treasurer to enable him to focus on his personal affairs. We will not interfere and will give him the space he needs,” Akmal was quoted saying in a Sinar Harian report.
The controversy erupted on Oct 28 when Amyera made a series of claims on her Instagram Stories, just days after Shahrul announced his engagement to Meerween Hanees Natasha Meeat on Oct 25.
The timing and nature of the posts sparked widespread social media discussion, with many questioning Shahrul’s credibility as a political figure.
Amyera said she was speaking out to defend her reputation against what she perceived as attacks on her character.
“He just wants people to think I’m bad because I’m sexy. That’s his only motive… if you mess with me, that’s your biggest mistake,” she wrote on a social media account.
Shahrul responded on the same night with an Instagram statement of his own, denying the allegations and expressing regret that their personal issues had become public.
He defended his fiancée, stressing she was not involved, and acknowledged his previous marriage officially ended on July 30, 2024.
Admitting to past “shortcomings,” he said he viewed them as “meaningful life lessons” and wished his ex-wife peace and happiness.
However, his post also included a warning, citing Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 that he said would punish individuals found guilty of spreading false information or cyberbullying with a fine of up to RM50,000, a year in prison, or both.
