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Borneo Post
7 hours ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Nanta: 46 contractors awarded federal road maintenance projects in Sarawak totalling RM50 mln for 2025
Nanta draws a ballot during today's event. KUCHING (June 23): A total of RM50 million has been allocated this year for periodic maintenance works on federal roads across Sarawak, covering areas from Kuching to Lawas. Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the projects, which include both pavement and non-pavement maintenance, are part of an urgent response to needs identified statewide through prior assessments. 'The locations have been selected based on urgency. There are many more that require attention, but with limited funds, we prioritise critical areas,' said he told reporters after launching the Periodic Works Balloting Ceremony for G1 to G4 Bumiputera Contractors under the Federal Road Maintenance Contract for Sarawak 2025 here today. In his speech, Nanta said the RM50 million allocation is part of an RM400 million development provision approved by the Ministry of Finance under Budget 2025 for Bumiputera contractors nationwide. He said Sarawak's portion will fund 46 Work Orders; 25 for Periodic Pavement (BP) works such as resurfacing and patching and 21 for Periodic Non-Pavement (BBP) works. Of these, six will be awarded to G1 contractors, 14 to G2, two to G3, and 24 to G4. He explained that the balloting system, first introduced in 2020 by the Works Ministry, ensures transparency and fairness in selecting qualified Bumiputera contractors for the jobs. 'This system is to ensure fairness and to avoid any perception of favouritism. 'It is very transparent. That is why we hold the ballot,' he said. Nanta reminded the selected contractors that the contracts awarded are not just a source of income. 'This is not just a job contract. It comes with the responsibility to carry out maintenance works properly, according to the given specifications and schedule. 'Failure to do so may result in road accidents or even fatalities due to poorly maintained infrastructure. 'Do not let your poor management lead to harm for road users. These are lives we are talking about. They could be your own family or friends,' he warned. He also instructed the Public Work Department (JKR) Sarawak to continue monitoring the quality of contractors' work even after contracts are awarded. 'Our duty does not end with outsourcing. I have seen cases of poor supervision elsewhere and I do not want it happening here,' he said. He added that the previous year's allocation for Sarawak was also RM50 million and expressed hope for additional funds under the next budget to support similar efforts in future. alexander nanta linggi lead road maintenance
Borneo Post
9 hours ago
- General
- Borneo Post
Juma'ani remembered as Abang Johari's pillar of strength
Nanta (right) speaks to reporters after the event today. KUCHING (June 23): The late Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma'ani Tuanku Bujang was a pillar of strength and steadfast support to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, said Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi. Nanta said her passing is a profound loss not only to the Abang Johari's family but also to the people of Sarawak, who cherished her warmth and compassion. 'She was truly the Premier's source of strength. As the saying goes, 'Behind every successful man is a woman' and this rang true in her case,' he said. Nanta said this when met by reporters after launching the Periodic Works Balloting Ceremony for G1 to G4 Bumiputera Contractors under the Federal Road Maintenance Contract for Sarawak 2025 at a local hotel here today. The Kapit MP also recalled seeing Juma'ani frequently accompany Abang Johari to official functions, including in remote rural areas like his constituency, which was a testament to her commitment to the people's welfare. 'We have lost someone we held in the highest regard,' he added. In a Facebook post, Nanta extended his condolences to the Premier and his family, describing Juma'ani as a generous and humble figure who was close to the hearts of many. 'Her passing is not only a loss to the family but to all Sarawakians who knew and respected her for her kindness and people-oriented nature. 'May her soul be blessed, her sins forgiven, and her place among the righteous,' he wrote. Juma'ani, 76, passed away at a private medical centre in Kuching at 3.34am today. She was the daughter of Sarawak's second Yang Dipertua Negeri, Tun Tuanku Bujang Tuanku Othman.
