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Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has secured the Machap seat with an expanded majority, capturing 20,382 votes and defeating his Pakatan Harapan challenger by over 15,000 votes in a direct contest.
Caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned that the outcome of the Johor election remains uncertain, signalling a competitive race in the Machap constituency despite his aspiration for a second term on July 11.
A former health minister and newly returned Umno member is preparing to contest the Johor state elections. The Barisan Nasional chairman for Johor will defend his existing constituency.