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Daily Express
28-06-2025
- Daily Express
Sabah Information Department staff reminded on news values
Published on: Saturday, June 28, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jun 28, 2025 Text Size: Jainisah (seated front left) with Diana (seated right) and course participants. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Information Department (Japen) staff are urged to consistently uphold ethical standards and act responsibly in disseminating information. Its Director Jainisah Mohd Noor said every member must ensure that any information shared with the public is accurate, ethical and does not touch on racial, religious or royal institution sensitivities, in line with efforts to maintain national harmony and unity. 'In today's increasingly challenging communication landscape, mastery of mobile journalism (Mojo) must be balanced with a deep understanding of ethical standards and relevant laws. 'Mojo is now a trend and anyone can become a news sharer, whether through short videos, photos or social media posts. 'However, not everyone understands the great responsibility that comes with this convenience. We must not chase virality at the expense of truth and accountability,' she said when officiating the Basic Journalism Ethics in Mobile Journalism (Mojo) course closing ceremony at the Communication Ministry's Integrated Complex here Tuesday. The one-day course, organised by Japen Sabah's Media and Corporate Communication Division (MKK), involved 30 participants. It focused on producing news, media statements and quality images, while strengthening values such as integrity, social sensitivity and legal awareness – particularly regarding key laws such as the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, Sedition Act 1948, Defamation Act 1957, Official Secrets Act 1972 and the Child Act 2001. Jainisah said although technologies such as smartphones and artificial intelligence (AI) applications offer extraordinary ease in producing media content, they also carry the risk of misuse if not accompanied by self-regulation and legal awareness. 'As civil servants, we cannot recklessly disseminate information, especially on sensitive issues. 'One misstep could lead to serious legal consequences, including life imprisonment under the Official Secrets Act 1972,' she stressed. She also reminded participants to comply with the provisions of the Child Act 2001 and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Malaysia has ratified since 1995. Jainisah encouraged her team to use social media positively, turning digital platforms into channels for spreading good values and strengthening unity among Sabah's multi-ethnic communities in particular, and across Malaysia more broadly. Also present were Japen Sabah's MKK Division Senior Assistant Director Dr Diana Dominic and Siti Mariam Datuk Aziz, Senior Assistant Director of the Protocol Division. * 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
New Straits Times
28-05-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
Bridge collapse in Jerlun leaves five villages, 1,000 residents stranded
JERLUN: A bridge linking several villages in Ayer Hitam to Kuala Tunjang collapsed yesterday evening, disrupting the lives of more than 1,000 residents who rely on it for their daily commute. The incident, which occurred at around 6pm, severed the vital connection between Kampung Hutan Tualang, Kampung Padang Tui, Kampung Gandai, Kampung Tandop Kedabu, and Kampung Tempayan Pecah. Kampung Gandai Village Committee (MKK) chairman Mohd Zulhailmi Che Azmi said the bridge gave way when strong river currents carried aquatic plants known as kemeling, which became lodged underneath the structure. "The base of the bridge at Kampung Hutan Tualang had been cracked since 2020, but when the river flow intensified and carried a large amount of kemeling, it finally collapsed yesterday evening," he said when contacted today. "Residents have long been concerned about the bridge, which serves as a key route, especially for schoolchildren, paddy farmers and shrimp factory workers in Kuala Tunjang. "Since the cracks were first detected, only light vehicles such as motorcycles and cars could use the bridge. Now it is completely destroyed. Fortunately, no one was injured." Mohd Zulhailmi added that residents are particularly worried about the lack of emergency access, as fire engines and ambulances can no longer enter the area directly. "To cross the river, we now have to take a detour of more than 2km along a narrow road that is unsuitable for larger vehicles. "If there is an emergency such as a fire or medical incident, rescue vehicles will not be able to get through," he said. He said multiple complaints had been lodged with the authorities since 2021, but only temporary patchwork had been carried out. Resident Zulkifli Md Isa, 61, said the bridge, which is over 60 years old, had long posed safety concerns, particularly for motorists. "Besides submitting complaints, we even invited government officers and elected representatives to inspect the bridge. "Officials from the Muda Agricultural Development Authority (Mada) came in 2022 and informed us the repair costs could reach RM400,000. "But only minor patching was done, and residents had no choice but to continue using the bridge until it finally gave way," he said. Zulkifli urged the authorities to act swiftly to rebuild the bridge and restore safe access for the affected communities.
