Although small in numbers, supporters of former premier Najib Abdul Razak remained in high spirits as they gathered outside the Palace of Justice awaiting a verdict on his 25 1MDB-linked charges today.

Arriving as early as 7.30am, some 40 Umno members and supporters from divisions as far as Kelantan and Pahang rallied in a call to “Bebas Bossku!” (Free Bossku!).

In preparation for what is expected to be a long wait for...