Improved connectivity for Igan residents

MUKAH: The Igan constituency’s town area will undergo development, boosting its economy. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya said that several projects are currently underway in the area. One such project is the construction of a road from Kebuwau to Sibu, which, once completed, will shorten the distance […]

Ombudsman Ordinance in the works

KUCHING: Sarawak plans to introduce an Ombudsman Ordinance. Deputy Minister of Integrity and Ombudsman Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya said a proposal has been to this effect to amplify and enhance integrity in the state. He added that Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is proud of Sarawak’s preparations for the introduction of […]

Villagers await road access to Sibu

MATU: The Kebuaw/Igan road access to Sibu will become a reality when the final 20 kilometres have been completed. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya said upon completion, the project will provide all villages and longhouses in the constituency access to the main road. He added that it […]

Innovate to get ahead, YB tells small traders

MATU: Traders should take the initiative to diversify their products, improve on packaging and branding to market their products more successfully. Jemoreng assemblyman Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya wants such steps to be taken to boost the growth of local Small and Medium Industries (SMEs). Traders especially in the Matu area should be more creative in […]

Free beef for all in Jemoreng, thanks to Juanda

MATU: Deputy Integrity Minister and Ombudsman Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya announced that he will again carry out his initiative to provide free beef to all 5,000 household heads in Jemoreng on Saturday. According to him, the effort – the sixth to be held – will see the distribution of 10 tonnes of beef to every […]

SPM high achievers given incentives

MUKAH: Deputy Minister for Integrity and Ombudsman Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya recently presented awards to a total of 12 students from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Igan and 15 students from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Matu who excelled in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2021. His private secretary, Aini Latip, presented the incentive during a quick […]

People believe in sincere leaders

MATU: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak’s (GPS) victory in 76 seats out of 82 contested in the last state election proves that the people, especially in Matu, believe in the sincere and honest leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Deputy Minister in the Premier’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) and Jemoreng assemblyman […]

Rep seeks additions to curb ferry congestion

IGAN: A request has been submitted to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas for additional ferry services here to curb congestion especially during the festive season. Jemoreng assemblyman Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya said this when visiting the Batang Igan Ferry Base yesterday. “We have applied for an additional three ferries to operate simultaneously from […]