Friday, November 21, 2008, 01.23 AM

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It's not political, says Saiful

Q: Why did you take the oath one day before nomination day in the Permatang Pauh by-election where Anwar will be contesting?
A: I wanted to do this some time ago. I have been meaning to do this.
But I had to build up my mental strength first. It is not easy to do this.

Q: Were you in love with Datuk Seri Anwar?
A: No... no

Q: Are you straight?
A: Yes, definitely.

Q: How do you feel after taking the oath?
A: I feel relieved. For the first time, I feel calm and can face the world.

Q: Do you plan to campaign in Permatang Pauh?
A: This is not a political matter. It's personal.

Several other questions were asked, including why he had gone to see Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, his visit to Hospital Pusrawi and on the number of occasions he was sodomised. Mohd Saiful said he would answer all questions in court.

Anwar was charged on Aug 7 at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court with committing carnal intercourse against the order of nature at a condominium in June.

He claimed trial and alleged that it was a conspiracy against him. The case will be mentioned on Sept 10.

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