Latest news with #IsninAliasnih
Daily Express
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Express
Kunak councillors urged to be creative, act with integrity
Published on: Tuesday, May 06, 2025 Published on: Tue, May 06, 2025 By: Ibrahim Tabir Text Size: The newly appointed Kunak District Council members for the 2025–2027 term pose for a group photo after the appointment ceremony - Daily Express/Ibrahim Tabir KUNAK: Members of the Kunak District Council have been urged to take a more creative and integrity-driven approach in assisting local authorities with planning and development efforts. Sabah Assistant Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Isnin Aliasnih, said councillors must actively participate in policymaking and problem-solving to ensure effective service delivery. His speech, delivered by Kunak assemblywoman Datuk Norazlinah Arif, emphasized the need for consistent involvement in council meetings and adherence to local by-laws. Isnin also highlighted the importance of integrity, transparency, and impactful ideas to align development with the aspirations of Kunak residents. A total of 18 councillors were appointed for the 2025–2027 term, with two absent during the appointment ceremony held at Dewan Arena Belia today. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
The Star
30-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Sandakan could achieve city status with continued strong revenue, says assistant minister
KOTA KINABALU: Sandakan could be on track to achieve city status if it maintains its current rate of revenue growth, says Assistant Sabah Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Isnin Aliasnih. He said the Sandakan Municipal Council (MPS) had shown encouraging financial performance in recent years, and that efforts should be doubled to push its annual revenue past RM200mil. 'If we can reach RM200mil in annual revenue, Sandakan can be declared a city. That's the direction we are heading and I hope we all continue to work hard towards it,' he told reporters after the swearing-in ceremony for 24 Sandakan municipal councillors here on Wednesday (April 30). 'MPS has performed well in terms of service delivery and revenue. We must keep this momentum going." ALSO READ: Sandakan Municipal Council unveils 2024-2028 strategic plan towards smart, sustainable city Sandakan's aspiration to achieve city status first gained serious momentum in June 2022, when then deputy chief minister Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin announced that the upgrade was expected between August and October that year. However, the plan stalled over unmet criteria, including population and revenue benchmarks. In February 2023, the state government clarified that Sandakan must reach a population of at least 500,000 and generate RM100mil in annual revenue before being considered. Although MPS later launched a 2024–2028 Strategic Plan to transform the town into a smart and sustainable city, city status has yet to materialise to date. On the swearing-in ceremony, Isnin said the role of the 24 councillors for the 2025-27 term was crucial, especially in helping the local authority tackle public concerns and drive development. ALSO READ: Work together to help Sandakan attain city status, municipal council members told 'These appointments are meant to enable councillors to assist in managing and administering the municipal council more effectively. "I hope they carry out their responsibilities with full commitment and integrity,' he said. He added that councillors must be bold in presenting high-impact ideas to shape district-level policies aligned with the council's vision and mission. To further empower councillors, he proposed seminars or special courses across Sabah to strengthen understanding of their responsibilities and functions. Among those present were Senator Anna Bell @ Suzieana Perian, Sandakan MP Vivian Wong Shir Yee, Tanjung Papat assemblyman Datuk Frankie Poon Ming Fung, Karamunting assemblyman Datuk George Hiew Vun Zin, and MPS president Walter Kenson.
Daily Express
29-04-2025
- General
- Daily Express
100 unoccupied Taman Harmoni PPR Units still under repair
Published on: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Published on: Tue, Apr 29, 2025 By: Mardinah Jikur Text Size: SANDAKAN: Repairs are ongoing for 100 housing units in one block of the Taman Harmoni PPR, which remain unoccupied until fully restored, said Sabah Assistant Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Isnin Aliasnih. He added that additional funding will be requested, with completion expected this year. 'We understand many are still on the waiting list, but we want residents to live in safe and complete homes,' he said during a site visit Tuesday. He also warned against subletting PPR units, stressing that only eligible applicants should occupy the homes. Applications from squatters displaced by demolitions will be considered, but both spouses must be Malaysian citizens to qualify. Sandakan has 6,080 PPR units, some of which are currently under repair. * 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
Borneo Post
25-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sipitang poised for growth as strategic economic, tourism hub
Isnin (seated centre) with guests at the swearing-In and appointment ceremony for Sipitang District Council members for the 2025–2027 term at Hilton Hotel. SIPITANG (April 25): The strategic location of Sipitang — situated at the border of Sarawak, Brunei Darussalam, and Sabah — positions the district as having significant potential to be developed into an economic and tourism hub. Assistant Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Isnin Aliasnih, highlighted that this geographical advantage places Sipitang on the right track to becoming one of the state's key economic growth drivers. 'Sipitang's strategic position as a cross-border gateway between Sarawak, Brunei Darussalam, and Sabah makes it one of the districts with great potential to be explored as a hub for economic and tourism development,' he said. He made the statement during the swearing-In and appointment ceremony for Sipitang District Council members for the 2025–2027 term, at the Hilton Hotel on Monday. During the event, 17 individuals were officially appointed as members of the Sipitang District Council. They will be responsible for planning and implementing development initiatives at the local level. Isnin urged the newly appointed council members to carry out their duties with full responsibility and dedication to ensure effective execution of development plans. He noted that Sipitang is rich in cultural and local heritage, such as the GATA Festival, and is blessed with natural beauty and fertile agricultural resources. 'The combination of heritage value, abundant natural resources, and strategic location makes Sipitang a district with immense potential for more aggressive development,' he said. According to Isnin, regional developments — particularly Indonesia's move to relocate its capital to Kalimantan — are expected to impact border areas such as Sipitang, Kalabakan and Nabawan directly. He stressed the importance of taking this shift seriously, as it is likely to spur rapid cross-border economic activity. To prepare, he emphasised the need to prioritise infrastructure, border security and logistics facilities. 'Our neighbour, Brunei Darussalam, has already built several Immigration, Customs and Quarantine (CIQ) complexes in anticipation of increased cross-border movement,' he said, adding that Sabah should adopt a similar approach to avoid being left behind. Isnin stated that cooperation from all sectors — including the government, relevant agencies, communities, and the private sector — is essential in realising Sipitang's development goals. 'With a spirit of unity, we can elevate Sipitang to a higher level as a strategic economic hub in Sabah,' he said. Also present at the ceremony were Sindumin assemblyman Datuk Dr Yusof Yacob; Sipitang Member of Parliament Datuk Matbali Musah; District Officer and Chairman of the Sipitang District Council, Abdul Karim A. M. Zahari; Sipitang District Police Chief Awang Anak Suanda; Chief Executive Officer of the Sipitang District Council Hamsad Abdul Wahid; and Assistant Administrative Officer (Operations) from the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, Mohd Syahril Bakar.
