24-05-2025
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
