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New Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
CM: Sabah Native Affairs Council drafting replacement for Native Court Enactment
KENINGAU: The Sabah Native Affairs Council has prepared a draft to replace the Sabah Native Court Enactment 1992. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the act would be replaced to ensure the Native Court is more effective and relevant. "This draft requires input from the Sabah Attorney General's Office, Sabah Public Service Department and (Sabah) Finance Ministry before it is submitted to the state cabinet and subsequently tabled at the State Legislative Assembly. "It is one of many initiatives the state government is looking at to benefit people at the grassroots," he said at the launch of the Kaamatan Festival at the Pisompuruan Hall in Tambunan, near here. On another matter, Hajiji said the state government, through the Sabah Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry, remained committed to enhancing the state's agriculture self-sufficiency level, which is currently at 22.8 per cent. To achieve this, the state government revived the Sabah Padi and Rice Board last year and is developing 22,146ha of abandoned padi fields in Tuaran, Kota Belud, Kota Marudu, Keningau, Papar and Tambunan. "This will help the ministry increase Sabah's food self-sufficiency level to at least 30 per cent by 2026 and 60 per cent by 2030." On the Rural Agricultural Economic Revolution Programme launched yesterday, Hajiji said it was in line with the spirit of Kaamatan and signified the state government's deep concern for low-income groups, particularly the poor and hardcore poor in rural areas. The programme aims to boost agricultural output to drive the economic growth of self-subsistent farmers. "It not only aims to improve agricultural yield and food security in Sabah and Malaysia, it also aims to elevate the economy of rural folk and empower farmers, fishermen and agropreneurs so that they can be self-reliant, innovative and generate sustainable income," Hajiji said. "With modern technology, supply chain support systems and the opening of new markets, this programme paves the way for rural communities to rise as key players in Sabah's economy. "As income increases, job opportunities are created and young people can return to their villages with knowledge and hope. The community will become stronger, more united and more prosperous."
The Star
01-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
New version of Sabah Native Court Enactment in the works, says CM Hajiji
TAMBUNAN: The Sabah Native Court Enactment 1992 will be replaced with a new version to streamline the structure of the Native Court and strengthen the institution, says Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Hajiji said the Sabah Native Affairs Council has prepared a draft of the new enactment, the Sabah Native Court Enactment 2025, which is under review by the State Local Government and Housing Ministry. He said input on the draft is being gathered from the state's Attorney General's Chambers, Public Service Department, and the Finance Ministry. It would then be submitted to the state Cabinet and tabled at the State Legislative Assembly. Hajiji said this during the launch of the 2025 Kaamatan Festival at the Pisompuruan Open Hall, attended by Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan, who is also the 2025 State Kaamatan Festival committee chairman, and Kadazandusun Cultural Association president Tan Sri Joseph Pairin Kitingan. Meanwhile, Hajiji reiterated the state government's commitment to improving Sabah's self-sufficiency level (SSL) in agricultural produce to bolster its food security. The Chief Minister revealed that Sabah's current SSL stands at just 22.8%, with the state still relying on imported food. In response, the government revived the Sabah Rice and Rice Board (LPBS) last year and is working to develop approximately 22,146ha of abandoned padi fields across several districts, including Tuaran, Kota Belud, Kota Marudu, Keningau, Papar, and Tambunan. "This initiative will help the Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry increase Sabah's SSL to at least 30% by 2026 and 60% by 2030," he said. Hajiji also highlighted this year's Kaamatan Festival theme, 'Kaamatan Untuk Semua, Kaamatan For All, Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan', which carries a significant message of inclusivity. He emphasised that the festival is not limited to one community but is a shared celebration that embraces all citizens, regardless of race, religion, or background. "The Kaamatan Festival is no longer just a harvest festival. It has become a symbol of unity among the people, providing a space for us to understand and respect each other, while celebrating our cultural diversity," he added. - Bernama
Malay Mail
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Sabah to table new Native Court Enactment, targets stronger food security and inclusivity, says CM
TAMBUNAN, May 1 — The Sabah Native Court Enactment 1992 will be replaced with a new version to streamline the structure of the Native Court and strengthen the institution, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Hajiji said the Sabah Native Affairs Council has prepared a draft of the new enactment, the Sabah Native Court Enactment 2025, which is currently under review by the State Local Government and Housing Ministry. 'This draft requires input from the State Attorney General's Chambers, the State Public Service Department, and the Finance Ministry before it is submitted to the State Cabinet and tabled at the State Legislative Assembly.' He said this during the launch of the 2025 Kaamatan Festival at the Pisompuruan Open Hall, attended by Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan, who is also the 2025 State Kaamatan Festival committee chairman, and Kadazandusun Cultural Association president Tan Sri Joseph Pairin Kitingan. Meanwhile, Hajiji reiterated the state government's commitment to improving the Self-Sufficiency Level (SSL) of agricultural produce to bolster food security in Sabah. The Chief Minister revealed that Sabah's current SSL stands at just 22.8 per cent, with the state still relying on imported food. In response, the government revived the Sabah Rice and Rice Board (LPBS) last year and is working to develop approximately 22,146 hectares of abandoned padi fields across several districts, including Tuaran, Kota Belud, Kota Marudu, Keningau, Papar, and Tambunan. 'This initiative will help the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry (MAFFI) increase Sabah's SSL to at least 30 per cent by 2026 and 60 per cent by 2030,' he said. Hajiji also highlighted this year's Kaamatan Festival theme, 'Kaamatan Untuk Semua, Kaamatan For All, Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan', which carries a significant message of inclusivity. He emphasised that the festival is not limited to one community but is a shared celebration that embraces all citizens, regardless of race, religion, or background. 'The Kaamatan Festival is no longer just a harvest festival. It has become a symbol of unity among the people, providing a space for us to understand and respect each other, while celebrating our cultural diversity,' he added. — Bernama
