BINTULU: Murum assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon recently officiated at the blessing ceremony for the construction of a new longhouse in Uma Bakong, Ulu Sungai Asap, Belaga.
The longhouse, which was destroyed on November 19, 2018, is being rebuilt using funds from the state government’s ‘Fire Aid Assistance’ programme.
“I would like to express my appreciation to the state government under Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for approving the allocation.
“The residents can now rebuild their longhouse, and I pray that this project will proceed smoothly so that construction can be completed within the specified period,” said Chukpai.
Chukpai added that once completed, the residents will once again have decent homes of their own.
The 2018 fire displaced 470 residents of the 30-door longhouse. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Among those present at the blessing ceremony with Chukpai were Pemanca Tony Kulleh, Pemanca Umek Jeno, Penghulu Katan Lawai, Penghulu Robert Injin Anye and Penghulu Dominic Minggu Magui.
