ACCOUNTANT, Muhammad Faris Johari, 29, has been installed as the Yamtuan Muda (YTM) Dato’ Klana Petra Undang Luak Sungai Ujong, becoming the 11th holder of the traditional office in Negeri Sembilan.
According to a media statement issued today, the appointment of Muhammad Faris was done in a ceremony at Telaga Undang on April 22.
The customary arrangement was made without outside interference, in accordance with Clause 14 (1) of the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution 1959.
Previously, Datuk Mubarak Dohak was reported to have been dismissed from his position, which was also recognised by the state government.
Muhammad Faris, who previously held the title Waris Klana Hulu, succeeds as the new Undang following adherence to customary succession procedures outlined under Luak Sungai Ujong traditions.
He was born on October 30, 1997, pursued his higher education in accounting and is professionally trained under the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) pathway, with experience in the corporate and insurance sector. – May 5, 2026
