
Premier thanks Satok community for proposal to name Sg Bintagor Bridge after late wife
KUCHING (Aug 6): Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people of Satok for their suggestion to name the newly launched Sungai Bintangor Bridge after his late wife, Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma'ani Tuanku Bujang.
Speaking to reporters after officiating at the opening of the bridge last night, Abang Johari said the proposal was deeply meaningful to him and his family.
'First of all, I would like to thank the entire community in Satok, and people of various backgrounds in this area, for their heartfelt gesture in remembering the spirit and legacy of my late wife,' he added.
He acknowledged his late wife as someone who stood firmly beside him throughout his decades of public service in Satok.
'It is true that she was always behind me, especially in my service to the people here in Satok,' he added.
Abang Johari said when the suggestion to name the bridge after Juma'ani was brought forward, he had no hesitation in supporting it.
'I did not think twice. I just want to sincerely thank the villagers and community members who, through their elected representative, made this proposal,' he said.
The proposal was first made during the launch ceremony by Deputy Minister for Utility (Sarawak Energy and Petros) and Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki, who described it as a gesture of appreciation for Juma'ani's dedication and service to the people of Satok.
During the ceremony, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas also expressed full support for the renaming, saying it was a fitting tribute to Juma'ani's contributions.
The RM50.6 million bridge, located along Jalan Datuk Ajibah Abol, was officially launched in a ceremony held at the bridge site at 8.30pm last night.
The Sungai Bintangor Bridge spans 114.34 metres and features a four-lane dual carriageway and pedestrian walkways, supported by 32 cable stays from a central tower standing 52.1 metres tall.
The structure includes architectural details and carvings inspired by local design elements, further enhancing its visual impact.
Construction began in December 2019 but faced delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic and issues related to underground utilities. it was partially opened to the public in February this year. Abang Johari juma'ani tuanku bujang lead name Sungai Bintangor Bridge

Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles

Barnama
6 hours ago
- Barnama
Sarawak Premier Stresses Need To Safeguard Peace In South China Sea
KUCHING, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has urged ASEAN and China to maintain stability and foster constructive cooperation in the South China Sea to ensure continued peace and prosperity in the region. Speaking at a gala dinner held in conjunction with the 24th ASEAN-China Senior Officials' Meeting on the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) here tonight, Abang Johari said the meeting symbolised a collective commitment to safeguard the region. 'This region is our shared home and together we have the responsibility to ensure it remains a sea of peace and prosperity,' he said.


New Straits Times
10 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Air Kelantan to settle RM61 million electricity arrears to TNB in stages
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan government has acknowledged that Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd (Air Kelantan) owes Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) RM61 million in outstanding electricity bills and will settle the amount in stages. State Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin said the arrears were partly due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the Movement Control Order, which hindered bill collection, coupled with some residents withholding payment during frequent water supply disruptions. "TNB has met with us to discuss possible solutions, but no agreement has been finalised. "We will discuss further to determine a repayment schedule. With Air Kelantan's improved management, we are confident the debt will be cleared according to the agreed timeline," he told reporters after the weekly state executive council meeting at Kompleks Kota Darulnaim today. He added that Air Kelantan had previously settled older electricity arrears according to schedule, but several districts were found to still have outstanding amounts. Earlier, Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof revealed that Air Kelantan's arrears with TNB had reached about RM61 million as of June 30.


The Star
11 hours ago
- The Star
Kelantan govt to settle AKSB's RM61mil TNB arrears in stages
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan government has acknowledged that Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd (AKSB) owes Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) RM61mil in outstanding electricity bills and will settle the amount in stages. State Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin said the arrears were partly due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the Movement Control Order (MCO), which hindered bill collection, coupled with some residents withholding payment during frequent water supply disruptions. "TNB has met with us to discuss possible solutions, but no agreement has been finalised. We will discuss further to determine a repayment schedule. "With AKSB's improved management, we are confident the debt will be cleared according to the agreed timeline,' he told reporters after the weekly state executive council meeting at Kompleks Kota Darulnaim on Wednesday (Aug 13). He added that AKSB had previously settled older electricity arrears according to schedule, but several districts were found to still have outstanding amounts. Earlier, Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof revealed that AKSB's arrears with TNB had reached about RM61mil as of June 30. — Bernama