JOHOR BAHRU, Aug. 29 -- The Johor Islamic Religious Department (JAINJ) and the police have been ordered to immediately probe and take action on a viral video related to a Kuda Kepang performance believed to contain non-Islamic practices in Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, recently.

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the state government views the matter seriously as the video will cause public unrest and could affect the faith of Muslims if not curbed.

"All forms of superstition, sorcery, wrongful worship or rituals that contradict Islamic law are strictly prohibited and can be subject to action under the Johor Syariah Criminal Offences Enactment 1997.

"Islam is a religion that calls for harmony, peace and mutual respect among human...