Lawsuit against ex-AG: Court allows Najib to attend appeal hearing

Najib Abdul Razak has been allowed to attend court next week for his appeal hearing pertaining to his RM1.9 million lawsuit against former attorney-general (AG) Tommy Thomas for alleged misfeasance in public office.

The hearing of the former prime minister’s appeal is fixed on Oct 4 before the Court of Appeal. He is seeking to reinstate his lawsuit that was struck out by the High Court...