CM calls on Sabah youths to drive state's progress
Published on: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Published on: Wed, Apr 30, 2025 Text Size: James and others at the event. KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said youths play a vital role in driving Sabah's progress to be on par with other Malaysian states. He said the State is on the brink of major transformation, with the government working hard to boost its economy, social well-being, education, and infrastructure. He urged young people to contribute their energy, ideas, and spirit towards the Sabah Maju Jaya vision and to fully support the government's development agenda. Hajiji expressed confidence that Sabah's youth are future leaders who are not only intelligent but also of strong character and integrity, during the state-level 2025 Anti-Drug Day celebration at UiTM Sabah on Wednesday. His speech, delivered by Community Development and People's Wellbeing Minister Datuk James Ratib, also stressed the government's focus on human capital development and education support under the Sabah Maju Jaya Development Plan 1.0. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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