KOTA KINABALU, June 24 -- The two Sabah state assemblymen being investigated for alleged corruption linked to a mining licence scandal will have the opportunity to defend themselves in court, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

The Umno president said they should refute the allegations against them if they have their own witnesses and evidence.

"We place our trust in the enforcement agencies, especially the MACC, not just to investigate, but to present credible evidence and witnesses," he said.

"If those two elements exist, then charges can be made," he added.

Tanjung Batu assemblyman Datuk Andi Muhammad Suryady Bandy and Sindumin assemblyman Datuk Dr Yusof Yacob were reportedly arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Cor...