AYER KEROH: Barisan Nasional (BN) candidates contesting the Nov 14 Melaka election must work harder to secure victory in their respective constituencies.

Melaka BN chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said candidates entrusted to represent the coalition must prove their capabilities throughout the campaign.

"I hope those selected will work harder and more effectively to demonstrate their ability to win the seats they are contesting," he told a press conference after announcing BN's candidates at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC) here tonight.

Also present was BN chairman and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, along with party leaders.