Kota Kinabalu: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said former Sabah Head of State Tun Ahmadshah Abdullah who passed away at age 79 on Tuesday night contributed immensely during his time as a civil servant.
“On behalf of my family and the State Government, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Tun. May his soul be blessed and placed among the righteous,” he said.
The late Ahmadshah served as Head of State from 2003 to 2010. Prior to that, he held the position of Deputy State Secretary before retiring in December 2002.
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Sabah Federal Secretary Datuk Seri Rosli Isa expressed his condolences to the family of the late Ahmadshah and prayed that his soul be blessed and placed among the faithful.
Former Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal, who is also the president of Parti Warisan Sabah, expressed his deep sadness over the passing of Tun Ahmadshah and extended his condolences to the family.
“Tun Ahmadshah was not only a respected leader but also a dedicated civil servant who made significant contributions to Sabah. His work in public service and education was immense and will continue to be remembered,” he said.
Also present to pay their final respects were former Head of State Tun (Dr) Juhar Mahiruddin, Speaker Datuk Seri Kadzim M Yahya, Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ir Shahelmey Yahya, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif, Rural Development Minister Datuk Jahid Jahim, State Secretary Datuk Seri Sr Safar Untong and other dignitaries.
The final tribute ceremony was held at the State Mosque, here, Wednesday. His remains were taken to the Islamic Cemetery at Kampung Inanam Laut and laid to rest beside his wife Toh Puan Dayang Masuyah Awang Japar, who passed away in 2020.
Born in Kampung Inanam on Dec. 9 1946, he is survived by four children. As a mark of respect, the State Government declared an official day of mourning, with the State flag flown at half-mast throughout the period.