PETALING JAYA, Dec. 2 -- An administrative and diplomatic officer in the office of the deputy higher education minister has been instructed to resign immediately after being arrested, the ministry confirmed.

Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud said the officer's arrest, which had been reported in the media, prompted the ministry's integrity unit to launch an internal review to determine any disciplinary measures under civil service regulations.

He cautioned the public against speculation that could hinder the investigation.

"The ministry emphasises that no one is above the law and governance. Any further action will be decided based on the findings of the integrity unit and in cooperation with the authorities," he sa...