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Sabah Day 2025 to spotlight historical education, patriotism
Jeffrey (right) during the recording of the KBI programme. – Information Department photo
KOTA KINABALU (Aug 15): The 2025 Sabah Day celebration will serve as a vital platform to strengthen understanding of Sabah's history.
Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Jeffrey G. Kitingan stated that this year's celebration will feature historical exhibitions, seminars and special reading materials to provide the public with opportunities to understand Sabah's journey to independence.
'This year, the event will take place on August 30 and 31 at Padang Merdeka, Kota Kinabalu.
'This year's exhibition is more comprehensive than previous ones, featuring books, documents and historical visual materials to help the community, especially the youth, better appreciate the state's history.
'Besides exhibitions, special seminars will discuss key events, state figures and Sabah's development in political, economic and social aspects.
'The celebration will also be enlivened by the Sabah Day Run, bringing together participants from all districts. All runners will gather at Padang Merdeka carrying the Sabah flag as a symbol of unity and pride on the culmination day.
'The run alone is expected to attract over 4,000 participants from various districts, while the total number of visitors throughout the celebration is projected to exceed 10,000,' he said after recording the Sabah Day Documentary and the Kami Bah Ini (KBI) programme at the Integrated Complex of the Ministry of Communications here today.
According to Jeffrey, other activities include district-level sports competitions, traditional food stalls and concerts featuring local artists and patriotic songs.
As chairman of the 2025 Sabah Day Celebration Main Committee, he noted that this year's celebration uniquely emphasizes historical and educational aspects.
'Sabah Day should not only be celebrated but also integrated into the school curriculum so our children can learn about the state's identity from their school days.
'I also call on the youth, if possible, to create songs themed around Sabah Day and Sabah Independence Day,' he added.
Jeffrey hopes the celebration will not only become a vibrant annual event but also a platform to reinforce historical heritage and build the spirit of patriotism among Sabahans.
