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The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
‘More should be involved in remembering Double Six tragedy'
Remembering the fallen: Ellron (second from left) at the commemoration held at the crash site in Sembulan, Sabah. KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government expects greater participation in next year's 50th anniversary of the Double Six tragedy, with plans to invite federal leaders and involve more students from schools and universities. Sabah Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Ellron Alfred Angin said this would help deepen the public's understanding of the tragedy's historical significance. He said this was discussed with several leaders during the 49th anniversary commemoration held at the crash site in Sembulan yesterday, which included a wreath-laying ceremony and a poetry competition featuring 132 participants, a sign of continued public engagement with the legacy of the crash. 'This is to ensure that we continue to remember this tragedy and reaffirm the facts about Sabah's political history,' said Ellron. The Double Six tragedy, which occurred on June 6, 1976, claimed the life of then chief minister Tun Fuad Stephens and wiped out nearly half of Sabah's state Cabinet, marking a turning point in the state's political landscape. The other 10 victims were his eldest son Johari, Datuk Peter Mojuntin, Datuk Chong Thien Vun, Datuk Salleh Sulong, Datuk Darius Binion, Datuk Wahid Peter Andau, Dr Syed Hussein Wafa, Ishak Atan, Korp Said Mohammad and Gandhi J. Nathan. Although the official investigation report was declassified in 2023, questions and public scepticism about the cause of the crash persist. Meanwhile, NGO Sunduvan Sabah continues its efforts to have the tragedy included in Sabah's school syllabus as part of efforts to educate the younger generation. Its chairman Aloysius Danim Siap said the incident must be formally shared with younger generations of Sabahans. The group will present its proposal to the state education director and publish a book compiling verified historical records, personal testimonies and an analysis of the social and political impact of the crash. Meanwhile, the upcoming redevelopment of Prince Philip Park at Tanjung Aru could provide greater prominence to the Double Six tragedy. Tanjung Aru Eco-Development Sdn Bhd (TAED) chairman Tan Sri Pandikar Amin Mulia said plans are in place to include a memorial replica of the ill-fated Nomad aircraft as part of the park's redevelopment. 'The idea is not to relocate the existing memorial in Sembulan, but to create an additional site of remembrance within the redeveloped Prince Philip Park,' he said after attending the 49th Double Six anniversary commemoration. 'We understand that some family members of the victims may feel uncomfortable about a replica being displayed as it could revive painful memories. I respect that and would like to meet them personally to explain our intentions. If they object, we are willing to adjust our plans,' he said. He stressed that the memorial is not meant to sensationalise the incident, but rather to honour the legacy of the leaders who perished. He estimated the cost of the Double Six memorial component to be between RM100,000 and RM200,000, forming a small part of the larger RM35mil park revitalisation. He also cited a recent talk he gave to an NGO in Peninsular Malaysia, where most of the attendees had never heard of the Double Six incident. 'This is why I support the idea of incorporating the Double Six tragedy and its historical context into the national school syllabus,' he said.
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Federal Govt, youth participation sought for 50th anniversary of Double Six crash next year
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government expects greater participation in next year's 50th anniversary of the Double Six tragedy, with plans to invite federal leaders and involve more students from schools and universities. State Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Ellron Angin said the involvement of national leaders and youths would help deepen public understanding of the tragedy's historical significance. He said this was discussed with several leaders during the 49th anniversary commemoration held at the crash site in Sembulan on Friday (June 6), which included a wreath-laying ceremony and a poetry competition featuring 132 participants, a sign of continued public engagement with the legacy of the incident. ALSO READ: NGO renews push to include 'Double Six' tragedy in Sabah's history lessons 'There should also be invitations to youths from schools and universities for future commemorations. "This is to ensure we continue to remember this tragedy and reaffirm the facts about Sabah's political history,' he said. The Double Six tragedy, which occurred on June 6, 1976, claimed the life of then chief minister Tun Fuad Stephens and marked a turning point in Sabah's political landscape. ALSO READ: 'Double Six' tragedy: Memorial needs a proper monument, says Kitingan Apart from Fuad, the other 10 victims included his eldest son Johari, state housing and local government minister Datuk Peter Mojuntin, communications and public works minister Datuk Chong Thien Vun, Sabah finance minister Datuk Salleh Sulong, assistant minister to the deputy chief minister Datuk Darius Binion, the finance minister's secretary Datuk Wahid Peter Andau, economic planning unit director Dr Syed Hussein Wafa, and the finance minister's private secretary Ishak Atan. The crash also claimed the lives of Fuad's bodyguard Corporal Said Mohammad and pilot Gandhi J. Nathan. Although the official investigation report was declassified in 2023, questions and public scepticism about the cause of the crash persist. ALSO READ: Kitingan: No final answers from declassified reports on Double Six crash Meanwhile, NGO Sunduvan Sabah continues efforts to have the tragedy included in Sabah's school syllabus as part of institutionalising remembrance and educating the younger generation. Its chairman Aloysius Danim Siap said the 1976 plane crash, which wiped out nearly half of Sabah's Cabinet, must be formally recognised in education. As part of the campaign, the group will present its proposal to the state Education director and publish a book compiling verified historical records, personal testimonies, and analysis of the social and political impact of the crash.
Daily Express
29-05-2025
- General
- Daily Express
NGO eyes Double Six in history curriculum
Published on: Thursday, May 29, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 29, 2025 Text Size: Aloysius said the NGO will also publish a book with verified historical records, testimonies from the victims' families and analysis of the social and political impact of the crash. Kota Kinabalu: NGO Sunduvan Sabah plans to meet the Sabah Education Director to discuss ways of incorporating the "Double Six" tragedy into the State's history curriculum. Its Chairman Aloysius Danim Siap said the June 6, 1976 plane crash that claimed the lives of key state leaders should be properly recognised as a turning point in Sabah's history. 'By including the Double Six tragedy in the syllabus, we ensure future generations remember and learn from it,' he said, Wednesday, reiterating a call he made last year as the anniversary of the incident approached. Aloysius said the NGO will also publish a book with verified historical records, testimonies from the victims' families and analysis of the social and political impact of the crash. 'The book is intended to serve as an educational reference and to support broader public awareness,' he said. He also invited the public to attend the Double Six Memorial Ceremony at the Double Six Memorial Park in Sembulan at 9am on June 6, and wear black as a mark of respect. Advertisement The crash involved a GAF Nomad aircraft that went down near Sembulan shortly before landing, killing all 11 people on board. The victims included then Chief Minister Tun Mohd Fuad Stephens, his eldest son Johari, State Finance Minister Datuk Salleh Sulong, Local Government Minister Datuk Peter Mojuntin, Communications and Works Minister Datuk Chong Thien Vun and Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Darius Binion. Also on board were State Economic Planning Unit Director Dr Syed Hussein Wafa; Ishak Atan, the private secretary to then-Finance Minister Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah,and Koperal Mohd Said, a bodyguard. The aircraft was piloted by Captain Gandhi J. Nathan with first officer Soejono as co-pilot. * 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
The Star
28-05-2025
- General
- The Star
NGO renews push to include 'Double Six' tragedy in Sabah's history lessons
KOTA KINABALU: NGO Sunduvan Sabah plans to meet the Sabah Education director to discuss ways of incorporating the "Double Six" tragedy into the state's history curriculum. Its chairman Aloysius Danim Siap said the June 6, 1976 plane crash that claimed the lives of key state leaders should be properly recognised as a turning point in Sabah's history. 'By including the Double Six tragedy in the syllabus, we ensure future generations remember and learn from it,' he said here on Wednesday (May 28), reiterating a call he made last year as the anniversary of the incident approached. ALSO READ: Double Six Tragedy should be in History textbook Siap said the NGO will also publish a book with verified historical records, testimonies from the victims' families, and analysis of the social and political impact of the crash. 'The book is intended to serve as an educational reference and to support broader public awareness,' he said. He also invited the public to attend the Double Six Memorial Ceremony at the Double Six Memorial Park in Sembulan at 9am on June 6, and wear black as a mark of respect. The crash involved a GAF Nomad aircraft that went down near Sembulan shortly before landing, killing all 11 people on board. ALSO READ: 'Double Six' tragedy: Memorial needs a proper monument, says Kitingan The victims included then chief minister Tun Mohd Fuad Stephens, his eldest son Johari, state finance minister Datuk Salleh Sulong, local government minister Datuk Peter Mojuntin, communications and works minister Datuk Chong Thien Vun, and assistant minister to the chief minister Datuk Darius Binion. Also on board were state economic planning unit director Dr Syed Hussein Wafa; Ishak Atan, the private secretary to then-finance minister Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, and Koperal Mohd Said, a bodyguard. The aircraft was piloted by Captain Gandhi J. Nathan with first officer Soejono as co-pilot.
