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The event was conducted by officers of the Tutong Dakwah Department and present during the proceedings were members of the legislative council.
The event began with the recitation of al-fatihah, followed by the conversion ceremony. Norsalizal bin Sablih, 22, recited the 'dua kalimah syahadah' with the guidance of a religious officer, and chose his new Muslim name as Muhammad Shahrizal bin Sablih.
Muhammad Shahrizal who is currently employed at Setia SPSS Sdn Bhd, said that he has been exposed to Islam from an early age while studying at primary and secondary school levels.
The event also saw a Dikir Marhaban performance by PESATU Association members followed by the sprinkling of scented flowers on the newly converted. Present during the event were family members, personnel of Setia SPSS as well as residents from the area.