PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang said Abdullah would be remembered as a calm and courteous figure who brought a moderate approach to his administration.
“May Allah SWT bestow His mercy upon his soul, forgive his sins, accept his good deeds, and place him among His faithful and righteous servants,” said Abdul Hadi.
Meanwhile, PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan, in a statement, said that Abdullah would remain etched in the nation’s history and in the hearts of its people as a dignified leader who was upright, gentlemanly, service-oriented, and held in high regard by all.
“May Allah SWT shower His mercy and forgiveness upon Tun Abdullah’s soul and place him among the faithful and righteous.
“PAS also conveys our condolences to his family members and relatives, and prays that they remain strong and patient during this difficult time,” he said.
Tun Abdullah passed away at the National Heart Institute (IJN) here at 7.10pm yesterday. He was 85.
Born on Nov 26, 1939, in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Abdullah served as Malaysia’s Prime Minister from Oct 31, 2003, to April 3, 2009, following the resignation of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad – Bernama
