KOTA KINABALU,: A Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) leader has stressed the need for responsible discourse and unity in addressing Sabah’s development challenges.
Responding to recent statement by Sabah Umno Vice Youth Chief Bobby Balang, StarSabah Deputy President Datuk Robert Tawik said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Haji Panglima Hajiji Haji Noor’s call for the public to exercise wisdom when navigating unverified claims on social media was a timely reminder in the digital age.
“The Chief Minister never questioned the intelligence of Sabahans. On the contrary, he urged for discernment – especially when misinformation can spread rapidly online and damage reputations without evidence,” her said.
Robert said the Government welcomes public scrutiny and is committed to transparency and good governance.
“Let’s be clear – there is no room in this administration for corruption to be swept under the carpet. GRS remains steadfast in strengthening institutional integrity and taking action when wrongdoing is proven,” he said.
He acknowledged that challenges remain, particularly in infrastructure and utility services, but said the current state leadership has taken proactive steps to address long-standing issues that were inherited from previous administrations.
“Development is not a cover for corruption. It is our mission. Real progress requires both infrastructure improvements and public trust – and that is what we are working hard to earn,” he added.
Robert urged for constructive engagement from all political players, particularly those in the unity government at the federal level.
“It’s easy to criticise from the sidelines, but Sabahans deserve solutions, not just soundbites. We call on all parties to work together for the people’s benefit – that is true leadership.”-pr/BNN
