Author: Allan Jay

Iskandar Turkee vows to serve the people after Jepak by-election victory

BINTULU: The new Jepak assemblyman Iskandar Turkee has pledged to dedicate himself to serving the people of the constituency. He said this will be carried out through providing services aligned with the community’s desires. “The ‘exam’ is done, I passed. After this, I will give the best service to all

Smooth and peaceful Jepak by-election, say police

BINTULU: The Jepak by-election process went on smoothly and peacefully with no reports of any election-related crimes, police said on Saturday. Sarawak Deputy Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata said from the nomination of candidates on Oct 21 until polling day (Nov 4), there were no incidents reported in connection with the by-election.

GPS wins the Jepak by-election

BINTULU: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) candidate Iskandar Turkee has clinched his maiden win in the Jepak by-election. The 54-year-old is also the first Vaie descendent to represent the voices of Jepak in the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN). Iskandar, a former state director of the National Anti-Drug Agency, secured victory with

First-time voters excited, nervous

BINTULU: Young voters experienced a historic moment as they enthusiastically fulfilled their civic duties today (Nov 4) in the Jepak by-election. New Sarawak Tribune had the opportunity to speak with five young voters at Rh Joshua Manit Buyu, one of the 14 polling stations in the Jepak constituency. Sylvester Britin

Catalyst for economic growth

BINTULU: The construction of the new Naval Region 4 headquarters for the Royal Malaysian Navy in Samalaju  promises to be a significant catalyst for regional development and economic growth. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg shared that he was informed about the matter in his meeting with

7,000 affordable houses for B40, M40 

BINTULU: The Sarawak government is strategically developing Bintulu town with a well-structured plan that aims to benefit the local population and those employed in Bintulu. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said  Jepak Jaya would be transformed into a new commercial centre, equipped with various facilities including

Jepak by-election: Sunny start, afternoon thunderstorms expected

BINTULU: The weather forecast for tomorrow’s polling day (Nov 4) in the Jepak by-election predicts a range of conditions. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) forecasts sunny weather during the morning hours. However, thunderstorms are expected to develop in some areas by afternoon, with rainy conditions forecasted for certain areas at

Early results expected  

BINTULU: The Election Commission (EC) expects the results for the Jepak by-election on Saturday (Nov 4), to be released early around 9 pm. EC chairman Tan Sri Abdul Ghani Salleh said this expedited process was attributed to the newly introduced system that had been deployed, reducing the time required to

Ministry vows assistance and education for two-year-old with hypertrichosis

BINTULU: The Ministry of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development has pledged to provide two-year-old Missclyen Roland, who has been diagnosed with congenital generalised hypertrichosis (CGH), with the necessary assistance and education to ensure her rights as a child are protected. Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said her ministry, through