I actually read this incident and was really glad all turned out well. I totally agree with Ms Tan’s 1st of 3 points: naming contest, not pronounciation. If in doubt, get him to spell’. The ‘goodwill’ gesture was totally unnecessary too and it was nothing short of a knee jerk to the pressure from the public…
Muhammad’s persistence, efforts and cant help but to feel some divine intervention was involved that brought all this to a desired conclusion! Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri in advance!