Kota Kinabalu: Parti Kerjasama Anak Negeri President Datuk Henrynus Amin has called for Sabah’s ongoing political uncertainty to be resolved through democratic means, urging all parties to respect the people’s right to decide the future leadership of the State.
Describing the current political situation as “dynamic, complex, fluid and often mired in controversy”, he said Sabah’s political landscape has long been characterised by frequent changes in government and shifting allegiances among elected representatives.
“We have seen how leaders of small parties, with only one or two parliamentary seats, once rushed to pledge loyalty to the Prime Minister in Putrajaya. Today, some of those same leaders are chanting anti-Malaya slogans and claiming political purity,” he said in a statement Wednesday.
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Henrynus also criticised the recent exchange of conflicting statements among Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), PH, BN and Warisan leaders over the 17th Sabah State Election, which he said has only deepened confusion and frustration among the public.
“While these parties are partners in the Federal Government, they openly oppose and criticise each other at the State level. This gives mixed signals, heightens tensions and undermines political coherence,” he said, warning that such actions could erode public trust in party politics and governance.
Calling for a “total change or revamp” of the governing political structure in Sabah, Henrynus said the best solution is to return the mandate to the people through a clean, fair and friendly State election.
“Let every party and leader present their vision and commitment to Sabah’s future. Let the people decide,” he stressed.
He urged all political leaders to act with statesmanship and not fear the democratic process, saying only through a peaceful electoral contest can the state restore legitimacy, unity and direction.
“It is time to rise above personal interests and partisan skirmishes. Let us return the mandate to the people,” said Henrynus.