The resignation of former premier Tan Sri Muhyiddin has sounded the calls for a young leader to spearhead the nation.

Malaysians took to Twitter to push for a young leader as they have been left frustrated.

One Twitter user, @Sanjaylspj, said that people cannot tolerate the same old power conflict anymore. He added, “Malaysia needs young blood. Of all people, Anwar Ibrahim should understand this. Even if YB Anwar takes over it, he must make it clear that he will surrender it to the young gen.”

@Kashalia26 claimed that Malaysians were accepting of a 92-year-old PM but not Syed Saddiq as he is too young.

She added, “Honestly, in these current times, we need someone physically and mentally strong, good head on their shoulders, and proof of no corruption. He fits the bill.”

The desire for young leaders has been a big motivator for the UNDI 18 policy to be implemented. The policy has been at the forefront for Muar MP, Syed Saddiq. But the more he brought it up in Parliament, the more scrutiny he faced from older MPs.

Tanjung Karang MP, Tan Sri Noh Omar had once mocked Syed when he wanted to share his thoughts with Mahathir in a Parliament seating in 2020.

He ridiculed him by saying, “Grandson, grandson wants to interject… grandson.”

The blatant comment was an outlook on why young Malaysians lose their confidence towards the old MPs.

-THE MALAYSIA VOICE