KOTA KINABALU: The National Consumer Foundation Malaysia (YPNM) Sabah Chapter, on Monday, criticised the Sabah Water Department (JANS) for claiming Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is receiving adequate water supply despite continued disruptions.
YPNM Chairman David Chan described the statement as misleading and insulting to UMS, calling it a failure of responsibility for the department to shift blame without formal consultation or verification.
He emphasised that UMS employs engineering experts with advanced degrees who are well-equipped to identify internal faults, and accused the department of undermining the institution’s integrity and morale.
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The group also urged the Chief Minister and relevant ministries to hold public agencies accountable and to ensure transparent, professional communication moving forward.
