The Uniqueness of Sabah Politics








WE IN West Malaysia have much to learn from our East Malaysian counterparts. One such example is former Works Minister and now Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Similarly, my recent experience with another case involving Sabah highlighted the collaborative spirit often seen in East Malaysian politics. 

        While attending a seminar in Bintulu, Sarawak, I received a Whatsapp Message from a fellow doctoral student, Pastor Linberg about a Nigerian lecturer at Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bintulu, who was facing entry issues in Sabah. We had only met the night before for the first time.

        Nigerians and Bangladeshis require special documentation to enter the state, and I was unsure how to help. The only person I could think of contacting was Jennifer Lasimbang, a former state assemblyperson.

        Though Jennifer was overseas and unable to assist personally, she quickly connected me to Datuk Mandela Malakun, Senior Private Secretary to the Chief Minister of Sabah. To my surprise, Datuk Mandela promptly resolved the issue, allowing the lecturer to enter Sabah. 

        What struck me was that Jennifer and Mandela belong to different political parties, yet they worked together for the common good. As Jennifer put it, “Because we are close friends/family, we continue to work together to do what is right.” 

        Bravo! This spirit of cooperation is a lesson for politicians, especially in West Malaysia, where partisanship often takes precedence over the people’s needs. It demonstrates that when leaders collaborate, regardless of political affiliations, the people benefit.

Also read : https://surat-terbuka-mb-selangor.blogspot.com/2022/09/moving-forward-this-is-way-to-go-for.html?m=1

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