By now, everyone knows Aduka Taruna, who shot to instant ‘fame’ for his libelous remarks towards the late Sultan of Johor, Almutawakkil Al-Allah Sultan Iskandar ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail in his blog.
So far he has apologized and removed the post. But don’t you think this uncivilized blogger deserves some kind of punishment, like making him do community service?
Haven’t we had enough of crude Malaysians like Wee Meng Chee, formerly an undergraduate student at a Taiwan university, who gained popularity after releasing a controversial song fused with Malaysia’s national anthem, Negaraku in 2007?
People like Aduka and Wee probably have the same wavelength – the only difference is Wee is perhaps more “creative” by composing a rap version of the national anthem.
As an unknown blogger, Aduka had earned mileage by insulting the late Sultan with his remarks on his site. Or maybe he thought no one would have read his blog… only to be shared among his friends!
And mind that ‘bazaar’ language used on his blog ‘hubungi gua’ (contact me) and ‘calling2 gua (call me)!
This latest incident should also be a reminder for those on Facebook. Don’t go overboard. Stay away from sensitive issues.
Remember Mohamad Tasyrif Tajudin, an Arts Culture and Heritage Academy (Aswara) student who thought it was funny when he said: "ke nak aku baling bom petrol di sana plak?...harga boleh runding…” (or you want me to throw petrol bomb there? Price is negotiable) on Facebook.
He was charged under Section 233 (1) (a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 with knowingly using the application with the intention of threatening others.
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