The former prime minister, who will be serving a 12-year sentence after the apex court affirmed his conviction, said that the political world and public service had its pros and cons.

These included charting the country’s development, drawing up welfare policies, managing the economy as well as strengthening bilateral ties.

Looking back, Najib said he had spent 46 years in politics and had made huge sacrifices, which at times saw him work from dusk till dawn. He said he was also unable to join his family for dinner as he had to attend meetings.

“My years have gone by dedicated to people, public service, and politics. A sacrifice I chose and I made.

“A journey that was joyous with your presence but unfortunately I overlooked and could not always be there for you,” he said in the letter addressed to “my family, my love” which was posted on his Facebook account. The letter had apparently been left on his table.

On July 28, 2020, Najib was convicted on all seven charges for abuse of power, misappropriation and money laundering involving RM42 million of funds belonging to SRC International.

He was sentenced to 12 years’ imprisonment and a fine of RM210 million.

Najib was sent to the Kajang prison this evening.