Kota Kinabalu: A report has been lodged that a planned public assembly is allegedly influenced by external political elements and has potential to disrupt public order.
Former President of the Honorary Members Association of the Malaysian Volunteer Corps (Rela) Datuk Jerry Ambuting Mohd lodged the report at Tanjung Aru police station over the “Perarakan Perhimpunan Aman Gempur Rasuah Sabah 2.0” scheduled for June 21 and 22.
The assembly to take place from Suria Sabah to Lintasan Deasoka is reportedly organised by Suara Mahasiswa UMS led by one Fadhil Kasim along with several associates.
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He stressed that using students, especially from Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), for political purposes is unethical and could damage the reputation of higher education institutions.
“Students should uphold intellectual and academic ideals, not used as shields for street demonstrations driven by certain interests,” he said.
Jerry also raised concerns that the assembly could disrupt public harmony and safety, including possible interference with businesses in the city centre, provocation by extreme outside parties and risks of racial and religious tension if sensitive issues are raised.
He urged the police to investigate the organisers and funding sources of the assembly, including determining whether external political elements are taking advantage.
“In Sabah, we are known for our rational culture and respect for the law. Street demonstrations are not the Sabahan way.
“The State needs stability and unity, not street noise that disrupts the harmony we have long nurtured together,” he said.
He also advised parents and the public not to be easily deceived by propaganda or sentiments raised by those using youths as political tools.
