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Daily Express
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Express
Sipitang folks bemoan unusable, dangerous road
Published on: Thursday, May 29, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 29, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The damaged road from Ulu Bole to Long Pasia. SIPITANG: Residents living along the road from Basio and Meligan to Long Pasia are urging the concessionaire, Lestari Enterprise, to carry out immediate maintenance work as the road has deteriorated to a dangerous and unusable condition. A resident, Jeniffer Opai, speaking on behalf of the community, contacted the Daily Express to highlight the urgency of the situation. She said the poor state of the road has made it extremely difficult for road users, even those with four-wheel-drive vehicles, to travel. 'Many four-wheel-drive users get stuck in deep mud, making it nearly impossible to transport food supplies and other essentials to Long Pasia,' she said. She recalled tragic past incidents where patients died en route because ambulances could not reach them, and a heavily pregnant woman was forced to deliver her baby on the road after failing to reach a hospital in time. The damaged road is also impacting the livelihoods of the villagers, most of whom are farmers who depend on selling vegetables in Sipitang town. 'How long must we endure this? Many are in tears because they've lost their income due to the impassable road,' Jeniffer said. Advertisement She highlighted the issue of how the Ministry of Health's ambulances could deliver medicine to Long Pasia or transport patients from surrounding villages if the roads remain inaccessible. 'What happens if food supplies run out and can't be brought in from Sipitang?' she said. The seriousness of the situation was highlighted on Saturday when several four-wheel-drive vehicles, including a crew from TV3, were stranded and unable to enter Long Pasia due to the road's poor condition. A school clerk, Yoanes Paras, interviewed by TV3, also shared his experience. Originally from Tenom, he has worked and lived in Kampung Ulu Bole for over 10 years and regularly endures hazardous road conditions to fulfil his duties. 'I have experienced so many incidents over the years and often been stranded in the middle of the road and had to ask others to tow my vehicle,' he said. He said that the government must prioritise upgrading the road, saying that, 'As long as it is not upgraded, forget about any hopes of developing the surrounding villages or Long Pasia.' He also noted that the potential for community-based tourism in Long Pasia, such as homestays, is severely hampered by the poor road access. 'Forget tourists, even the villagers themselves are fed up with using this road,' he said. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Sipitang folks urge probe on volleyball court renovation
Published on: Thursday, May 29, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 29, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The volleyball courts under renovation. SIPITANG: Kampung Kaban residents want the Youth and Sports Ministry to investigate the renovation of a volleyball court carried out by a contractor which the community claim was done without their consultation or proper authorisation. The situation is further complicated by the location of the renovated court, which sits within the grounds of a church currently under construction that may eventually be demolished. The community's frustration stems not only from the lack of consultation but also from the apparent waste of resources on unnecessary repairs while genuine maintenance needs go unaddressed. Parti Bersatu Rakyat Sabah (PBRS) Wanita Executive Committee Member cum Sindumin PBRS Wanita Chief Maria Samuel said the contractor began work without informing residents or the Federal Village Development and Security Committee. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Express
Majlis Daerah Beaufort, Lubak win volleyball tourney
Published on: Thursday, May 29, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 29, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: Lubak's players posing with Maria (centre). SIPITANG: A total of 17 teams competed in a lively closed and invitational volleyball tournament held at Kampung Kaban on Saturday. The tournament organised by the Sipitang Warisan Coordinating Body in collaboration with the Kaban Village Youth featured nine men's teams and eight women's teams. Majlis Daerah Beaufort (MDB) clinched the men's championship title and RM500 in prize money. The runners-up position went to team Kelangsat, who took home RM300, while third place was shared between Bare-bare and AVC, each receiving RM200. In the women's category, team Lubak emerged victorious and bagged RM500, followed by AL'S in second place with RM300. Ulun Taka and Velocity VT tied for third place and earned RM200 each. The participating teams in the men's division included Kelangsat, GAB'S, AVC, Ulun Taka, Lembaga Industri Getah Sabah (LIGS), Kaban, MDB, Bare-bare, and Konco. Meanwhile, the women's division featured Velocity VT, Mix Team, Kaban, VL's, Saga Beaufort, S25, Lubak, and Ulun Taka. Advertisement The closing ceremony was officiated by Warisan Sipitang Information Chief Yusri Pungut, with earlier proceedings launched by Warisan Sindumin Coordinator Pengiran Yakub. Yusri also presented the prizes for the men's category, while Engrit Liaw handed out awards to the women's winners. Meanwhile, Parti Bersatu Rakyat Sabah (PBRS) Women's Exco Maria Samuel, who was present throughout the event, expressed her pride in the tournament being held in her hometown. 'This has been a very festive event, and I came to show my support because it was held right here in my own village,' she said. Maria also praised the unity displayed by the spectators and participants, who set aside political differences for the love of sport. 'Politics and sports should not mix. There is no point in division—events like this bring us back together as one,' she said. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Traditional archery meet in Sipitang
Published on: Friday, May 23, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 23, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The tournament offers a grand prize of RM3,000 for the champion of the Traditional Archery category. - Pic for illustration only. SIPITANG: The 2025 Borneo Traditional Archery League will be held from May 31 to June 1 at Tasek Naga and Sipitang Sports Complex. The event, organised by various agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), offers attractive prizes for the winners. The organising team Badang Team's spokesperson said the competition will begin on May 31 with the Field Archery event in the morning, followed by the 3D Night Hunting event in the evening. On June 1, the Descending Arrow Borneo event will take place. The tournament offers a grand prize of RM3,000 for the champion of the Traditional Archery category. Cash prizes will also be awarded to top three winners of the Field Archery and 3D Night Hunting events. Similarly, top three winners of the Descending Arrow category will receive cash prizes. In addition, the organisers will provide medals and certificates of achievement for participants placing first to fifth, as well as those placing sixth to tenth in each category. Advertisement For the Field Archery event on May 31, registration and bow inspection will open at 7.30am. The official opening ceremony will begin at 8am and the competition will commence at 9am. The prize-giving ceremony is scheduled for 4.30pm. In the evening, the 3D Night Hunting event will begin with registration and bow inspection at 7pm and the prize-giving is expected to take place at 11pm. On June 1, the Descending Arrow Borneo event will begin with registration and bow inspection from 7am. The closing ceremony will be held at 4pm. The organiser invited all interested individuals to take part in the event in support of traditional archery and to help enliven Sipitang town while promoting sports development in the country. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Membakut futsal upgrade boon for youth development
Published on: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Published on: Wed, May 21, 2025 By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The futsal court in Kampung Saga-Saga Pimping. MEMBAKUT: The futsal court (pictured) in Kampung Saga-Saga Pimping, here, had undergone a major upgrade which included roofing and bright lighting to enhance the experience for players. Deputy Foreign Minister cum Kimanis MP, Datuk Mohammad Alamin, expressed his satisfaction with the improvements, saying the upgraded facility aligns with the preferences of young sports enthusiasts. 'The futsal court in Kg Saga-Saga Pimping has been transformed with a proper roof and bright lighting. This will surely motivate the youth to play more actively,' he told Daily Express, recently. He hopes the new facilities will encourage greater sports participation, foster a healthier lifestyle and strengthen community bonds among residents of all ages. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
