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Daily Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Bangkit Sabahan 2.0 rally rescheduled for smoother coordination
Published on: Friday, July 25, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 25, 2025 Text Size: Kota Kinabalu: The Bangkit Sabahan 2.0 rally, originally scheduled for Saturday (July 26) at Padang Merdeka here has been postponed to a later date. According to G57 chairman cum Gerakan Bangkit Sabahan advisor Datuk Zulkarnain Mahdar ( pic ), the decision was made due to technical and logistical considerations, allowing for further coordination with NGOs, activists, and security agencies. A new date is expected to be announced in early August following final discussions with all relevant stakeholders. The rally is intended as a show of solidarity with Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and the GRS-PH government in their ongoing efforts to uphold Sabah's rights and political stability. Over 100 associations and NGO coalitions had pledged support for the gathering, with estimated participation exceeding 10,000 people. * 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
Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Bangkit Sabahan 2.0 rally postponed due to technical and logistical issues
Zulkarnain KOTA KINABALU (July 25): The Bangkit Sabahan 2.0 rally, initially scheduled for tomorrow at Padang Merdeka, has been postponed to a later date due to technical and logistical reasons. Gerakan Kuasa Rakyat Malaysia (G57) chairman Datuk Zulkarnain Mahdar said the decision was made to allow more time for coordination with fellow activists, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and security agencies to ensure the smooth running and safety of the event. 'The new date for the rally will be announced in early August 2025,' he said in a statement yesterday. Zulkarnain added that the rally is intended as a show of unity and support from the people of Sabah for the leadership of Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS)–Pakatan Harapan (PH) government. More than 100 associations and NGOs across Sabah have expressed their commitment to participate, with the organisers expecting a turnout of over 10,000 people.
Daily Express
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Expel them and demand resignation of UMS Vice-Chancellor: G57
Published on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 25, 2025 Text Size: Zulkarnain distinguished Sabah from Peninsular Malaysia, saying while traffic disruption and burning portraits of national leaders might be common practice over there, it is absolutely not acceptable in Sabah. Kota Kinabalu: Gerakan Kuasa Rakyat Malaysia (G57) called for the expulsion of all Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) students who participated in the Gempur Rasuah 2.0 anti-corruption rally, claiming their actions have tarnished the university's reputation. The G57 also demanded the resignation of UMS Vice-Chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Kasim Md Mansur over the controversial incident that saw the students burning a caricature of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the rally on June 21. 'The G57 hopes that all student participants in the Gempur Rasuah 2.0 organised by the Suara Mahasiswa UMS will be expelled from the university as they have clearly tarnished the good name of the university,' said G57 Chairman Datuk Zulkarnain Mahdar in a statement, Tuesday. Despite the Prime Minister's statement against expelling the students, Zulkarnain insisted that the law must take precedence. He said allowing such actions to go unpunished could set a dangerous precedent for future incidents in Sabah. Zulkarnain distinguished Sabah from Peninsular Malaysia, saying while traffic disruption and burning portraits of national leaders might be common practice over there, it is absolutely not acceptable in Sabah. Advertisement The rally, which took place in the city centre, caused traffic congestion and drew criticism from many quarters. The Gempur Rasuah 2.0 rally involved more than 100 participants protesting various issues including corruption and water supply problems in Sabah, culminating in the controversial act of burning a caricature of the Prime Minister. Zulkarnain criticised the UMS management for what he termed a delayed response, saying that the university should have lodged a police report beforehand to prevent the demonstration from taking place in the city centre. He noted that G57 had repeatedly opposed such gatherings, anticipating chaos due to the apparent involvement of Parti Warisan leaders and members. 'This violent culture cannot be accepted in Sabah, therefore as a form of lesson, the UMS Vice-Chancellor should resign and UMS students involved in the demonstration should also be suspended and removed from the university,' Zulkarnain 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
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
G57 urges UMS to expel protesters, VC to resign
Published on: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 24, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Gerakan Kuasa Rakyat Malaysia (G57) demands Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) expel the students involved in the Gempur Rasuah 2.0 protest and called for the Vice-Chancellor's resignation over the burning of the Prime Minister's portrait and city traffic chaos. In a statement today, its Chairman, Datuk Zulkarnain Mahdar criticised UMS for delayed action and accused Warisan of backing the protest. Despite the PM's plea for leniency, he insists the law must be upheld. * Read full report in tomorrow's print paper or log in or sign up for e-paper and premium online news access. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
G57 slams DAP Youth for defending activist Fahmi
Published on: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 10, 2025 Text Size: Zulkarnain (left) said Sabahans had filed numerous police reports against Fahmi (right) over the alleged insult to the Governor, but no legal action had followed so far. Kota Kinabalu: Gerakan Kuasa Rakyat Malaysia (G57) criticised DAP Youth Chief Woo Kah Leong for defending activist Fahmi Reza after he was barred from travelling abroad while remaining silent over alleged defamatory content aimed at the Sabah Governor. Its Chairman, Datuk Zulkarnain Mahdar questioned Woo's selective outrage and accused him of turning a blind eye to Fahmi's alleged insults to Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sabah, Tun Musa Aman. Advertisement 'Yes, Woo has every right to defend Fahmi, but why hasn't he questioned why no legal action has been taken against Fahmi despite multiple police reports lodged by Sabahans?' He pointed out that Fahmi had allegedly humiliated the Governor through a caricature posted online, an act Zulkarnain described as 'a deliberate and malicious attack.' 'Does Woo's silence have anything to do with the fact that Tun Musa is a Sabahan?' he asked. Zulkarnain reminded the public that the Governor's appointment was made by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, through a stringent vetting process, and that Tun Musa had never been convicted of any crime. 'Is Woo implying that His Majesty made a mistake in appointing Tun Musa?' he questioned. He further defended Tun Musa's credentials, calling him a respected corporate figure and the only Sabahan ever to own a bank prior to entering politics. G57 also took issue with what it called Fahmi's 'selective activism.' 'Why hasn't Fahmi ever named Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal as Sabah's top 'corrupt' despite Shafie having been remanded in a RM1.5 billion rural project corruption probe?' 'What about Bung Moktar's ongoing RM2.8 million graft case or Peter Anthony's conviction for cheating Universiti Malaysia Sabah?' 'Fahmi seems to be targeting only one individual. Is he being used by someone?' he questioned. Zulkarnain said Sabahans had filed numerous police reports against Fahmi over the alleged insult to the Governor, but no legal action had followed so far. 'What makes Fahmi so untouchable? Sabahans are watching. And they will make their decision when the time comes,' Zulkarnain added. * 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
