Selangau lass Nani Saban crowned 'Kumang Gawai Dayak' at Sibu Division celebration
SIBU (May 25): Nani Saban from Sekuau, Selangau was crowned as 'Kumang Gawai Dayak' at the Sibu Division pre-Gawai Dayak celebration held here last night.
She walked away with RM4,000 in cash, a trophy, a sash, a hamper and a certificate.
The 'Lulong' title (first runner-up) went to Nelly Mujan Rogelio from Sungai Asap, Belaga, who received RM3,000, along with a sash, a trophy, a hamper and a certificate.
The 'Selinggar Matahari' (third place) went to Amenda Alannie Ambrose Luta from Pasai Siong, Sibu, who received RM2,000, a sash, a trophy, a hamper and a certificate.
Seven other participants—Natasha Malviana Nyandang, Fravelian Jelika Radi, Adreana Filsie Sanau Anselm, Manisha Vyonnie Gelebat, Juliana Ungan Merayang, Olivia Ceilo Oliver, and Anesonia Aking—each received RM800 and a certificate as a consolation prize
Sri Aman MP Dato Sri Doris Sophia Brodie, who was the guest of honour at the event, presented the prizes to the winners. Kumang Gawai Dayak lead Sibu Division pre-Gawai Dayak celebration
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