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Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Borneo Post
Road safety is everyone's responsibility, says Sibu Resident
Abang Mohamad Porkan puts on a helmet on one of the motorcyclists. At front left is Teo. SIBU (May 24): Ensuring road safety requires a united effort beyond the work of enforcement authorities, said Sibu Division Resident Abang Mohamad Porkan Abang Budiman. Speaking at the Sibu Division Gawai Ops Programme at Jalan Lanang Barat Petronas station here yesterday, he stressed that every road user, from the common motorists to those from government agencies, contractors and the local councils, must all play their parts. 'Road safety is not just the duty of enforcement officers. It starts with every one of us.' Citing Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) statistics, Abang Mohamad Porkan said from January to April this year, 683 accident cases were reported in Sibu Division, which resulted in 13 fatalities. Highlighting the need for behavioural change, he urged drivers to stay focused on the road by avoiding mobile phone use, adhering to speed limits, and refraining from driving while drowsy or under the influence of alcohol. He also called upon contractors and the Public Works Department (JKR) to uphold quality and integrity in road construction projects. The Gawai Ops was among the programmes carried out by the Sibu Division Road Safety Council (MKJR) aimed at boosting public awareness of road safety throughout the festive season. Also present at the event were Councillor Paul Teo and Sibu District officer Wee Teck. Abang Mohamad Porkan Abang Budiman Gawai lead road safety Sibu Resident
The Star
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
13 deaths, nearly 700 accidents on Sibu roads from January to April
Abang Mohamad Porkan checking a motorcyclist's helmet at the launch of the Sibu Division Road Safety Campaign on May 23. SIBU: A total of 683 road accidents involving 13 deaths were reported in Sibu between January and April, says Division Resident Abang Mohamad Porkan Abang Budiman. "This is an alarming figure, more than just data – it represents a lost family, a stalled future, and a grief that cannot be replaced," he said at the launch of the Sibu Division Road Safety Campaign in conjunction with the upcoming Gawai celebration on Friday (May 23). The campaign, which aims to raise public awareness on road safety, involves members of the community, law enforcement agencies, and transport authorities. Abang Mohamad Porkan, who also chairs the Sibu Municipal Council and the division's Road Safety Council (MKJR), stressed that road safety is a shared responsibility that requires behavioural change among all road users. 'Without a shift in attitude – such as avoiding driving under the influence of alcohol, adhering to speed limits, and refraining from mobile phone use on the road – all our efforts will come to nothing," he added. Abang Mohamad Porkan also reaffirmed MKJR's commitment to improving road safety through continuous engagement and strategic planning. Regular meetings with agencies such as the district urban transportation and mobility action committee and the district public transport committee are being held to tackle issues surrounding public transportation and road safety more effectively, he said. As the festive season approaches, he reminded road users to stay vigilant and responsible behind the wheel to avoid further loss of life.
Borneo Post
01-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Selangau MP calls for transparency, clear planning in devt project proposals
Edwin strikes the gong to officiate the event as Abang Mohamad Porkan (fifth left) and others look on. SIBU (May 1): Community leaders and village chiefs in the Selangau area should prioritise transparency and genuine needs when applying for development projects for their respective communities. Selangau MP Edwin Banta said any application submitted must account for the actual needs and interests of the local population while adhering to the prescribed guidelines to ensure available allocations are utilised optimally. 'I do not discourage community leaders from applying for projects—in fact, I encourage it. 'But I call for greater responsibility when submitting applications. Prioritise important projects first, such as roads, clean water supply and basic amenities, rather than non-urgent initiatives,' he said during a 'Service and Role Enhancement Project for Community Leaders and Village Chiefs' in Selangau yesterday. Edwin said he often received vague and poorly detailed applications, making approval difficult. 'Some applications are for non-urgent projects, such as building access roads to small farms or purchasing items that are not critical to the wider community. 'Sometimes people request roads, but when asked where the road leads, the answers are unclear. Key details like the road's length and type whether premix, gravel, or earth, must be included. Don't just submit applications for the sake of applying,' he stressed. Edwin also shared that he must distribute development allocations for the Selangau parliamentary constituency fairly among various communities, including the Iban, Malay, Chinese, Punan, and Kenyah groups, while balancing the needs between the Kakus and Tamin state constituencies. He further explained that small projects worth under RM50,000 could be requested through the Minor Rural Project (MRP) allocation, while projects exceeding RM50,000 should be applied for under larger rural development programmes such as the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) or through the 'MyKhas' system under the state government. 'If you request a RM5 million project for a single longhouse—that is not realistic. We must plan wisely and understand the government's financial capacity.' Meanwhile, he advised all community leaders to maintain close ties with the district office by visiting at least once a month to stay updated on government policies and to ease the application and coordination of development matters. 'Visit the district office regularly, not only to get the latest information but also to strengthen working relationships with government officers. A good working relationship will make our work easier,' he said. He emphasised that community leaders are not only leaders of their respective longhouses or villages but also agents of social transformation who play a crucial role in communicating government policies to the people and ensuring the well-being of their communities. He also urged community leaders to always act fairly and responsibly with foresight, and to uphold integrity in the performance of their duties. Also present was Sibu Resident, Abang Mohamad Porkan Abang Budiman. development projects Edwin Banta Selangau transparency
