Struggle for Sabah’s rights belongs to the people, not local parties

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18 May 2025 • 11:00 AM MYT
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By: Sabah Publishing House Sdn Bhd

LAHAD DATU: Former Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak, emphasised that the struggle for Sabah’s rights is not the exclusive domain of any local party, but a shared responsibility of all Sabahans who want to see the state’s future safeguarded.

He said while officiating the Clustered Branch Meetings of Umno Lahad Datu Division on Friday.

Also present were Lahad Datu Umno Division Chief, Datuk Sharif Musa, along with members of the divisional leadership.

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