TikTok User Pofma Notice: Chinese Community Leadership Course Comments
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TikTok User Issued POFMA Correction Direction
Jay Ish’haq Rajoo, a TikTok user, was issued a correction direction under Singapore’s Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) for claims he made about the Singapore government. He alleged that the government was using funds to attract and nurture mainland Chinese individuals for leadership roles,and only nurturing Chinese leaders.
Government Response & Clarification
The Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) stated these claims were false and could erode public trust. They clarified that a leadership course, developed with Chinese clan and business associations, is only open to Singaporean citizens nominated by local groups and active in the Chinese community. MCCY also highlighted similar leadership programs available for other racial groups and Singaporeans in general.
Previous POFMA Notices
This isn’t the first time mr. Jay has received a POFMA notice. He received three similar notices in August 2023 regarding false claims about voter secrecy, CPF policies, and public housing. He has as published the correction notice on his TikTok account, though the original video was already deleted.
