Upon discovering that day itself that the purpose of the meeting was to allow Singapore to secede, Albar left Parliament House, not participating in the final unanimous vote. As this was directly contrary to his orders, the Tunku insisted on sacking Albar as UMNO Secretary-General, but was later persuaded to permit Albar to graciously resign instead.
Albar departed from Parliament House upon learning that the meeting aimed for Singapore's independence. Despite not participating in the unanimous vote, his decision was contrary to Tunku's orders, leading to a demand for Albar's dismissal as UMNO Secretary-General. However, Tunku later changed his mind and allowed Albar to resign with dignity.