Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat

Malaysian cleric and politician

Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat - Malaysian cleric and politician
Born

January 10th, 1931
94 years ago

Died

February 12th, 2015
10 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Malaysia

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Served as the 12th Menteri Besar of Kelantan from 1990 to 2013. Associated with the Islamic Party of Malaysia (PAS). Advocated for Islamic governance and education reform during tenure. Wrote extensively on Islamic and social issues, influencing the party's ideology and direction.

Led PAS to significant electoral victories

Pioneered Islamic governance initiatives

Served as Kelantan Menteri Besar for over two decades

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