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Masiung confident Pitas, Pintasan will deliver for GRS
Published on: Monday, June 16, 2025
Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 Text Size: Masiung is being greeted by attendees of the meeting. PITAS: The Pitas and Pintasan state constituencies are expected to remain strongholds for Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) in the upcoming 17th State Election, says Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) Vice-President Datuk Masiung Banah. Speaking at the annual general meetings of Pitas and Pintasan Gagasan Rakyat on Sunday, he said both areas have consistently performed well and are likely to retain their seats for the coalition.
Advertisement Gagasan Rakyat Pitas is led by Assistant Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Datuk Seri Ruddy Awah, while Pintasan is helmed by Assistant Minister of Youth and Sports, Datuk Fairuz Renddan. Masiung urged party members not to grow complacent despite current successes, reminding them to stay disciplined and follow party leadership rather than act independently. He said grassroots leaders must remain focused on their responsibilities and avoid distractions from opposition tactics, adding that increased attacks only strengthen GRS and Gagasan Rakyat's position in government. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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