BATU PAHAT, Oct 5 — The Johor state government is ready to review and assist with basic infrastructure needs in schools across the state to strengthen security measures, says Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
He said this is to prevent a recurrence of the incident that led to the death of 16-year-old Form Four student Irene Sofiya Mohd Khairool Faisal at a secondary school in Yong Peng, near here.
Onn Hafiz expressed full support for any initiative implemented by the Education Ministry (MOE), particularly the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in strategic areas within school premises.
"We have received a report on the incident and will look into every angle and opportunity to ensure student safety is better guaranteed," he said, adding that he would liaise with the ministry regarding student safety issues.
