Govt focus on rural development continues
MIRI: The state government continues to focus on rural development to ensure that no group is left behind. Citing Kakus constituency, Assistant Minister of Native Laws and Customs, Datuk John Sikie Tayai, said various development projects have already been implemented in the area. “From 2015 to 2016, RM3 million for the construction of a road […]
Centre for craft products soon
TATAU: A collection and trading centre for craft products will be established here, said Native Laws and Customs Assistant Minister Datuk John Sikie Tayai. He said the centre will be set up by upgrading an old building next to Tatau District Office. “It is important for the local community to have their own handcraft products […]
Appointment letters for Kakus village chiefs soon
KUCHING: Forty-one village chiefs in Kakus Constituency will receive their letters of appointment soon. Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Native Laws and Customs) Datuk John Sikie Tayai said the appointment letters were to facilitate the administration of respective longhouses. “The Sarawak government has agreed to give certificates of appointment to respective village chiefs […]
18 longhouses benefit from scheme
BINTULU: Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Sarawak Bumiputera Law and Customs) Datuk John Sikie Tayai asserts that in 2019, 18 longhouses within the Ulu Kakus area had round-the-clock electricity supply under the Sarawak Alternatives Rural Electrification Scheme (Sares). “This reflects the state government’s long-term commitment in delivering its promises to the people,” he […]
A government that feels people’s pulse
BINTULU: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government is a government that feels the pulse of the people regardless of their background. In making this point, Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Native Laws and Customs) Datuk John Sikie Tayai pointed out that this year RM50 million had been set aside for Unifor to […]
Teach youth about traditional dances
TATAU: The Folk Dance and Recreation Club here has been urged to teach the younger generation about traditional dances. “Train our children and our grandchildren on traditional dances. “This is necessary so that our heritage and culture can be preserved and would not go extinct,” said Kakus assemblyman Datuk John Sikie Tayai. He said this […]
Government committed to help develop state
BINTULU: Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Sarawak Bumiputera Law and Customs) Datuk John Sikie Tayai asserted that the Sarawak government remains committed to help the people in the state. He said the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg, is working on increasing the average income […]
Beware of fake news
TATAU: Beware of fake news circulating on social media, warned Native Laws and Customs Assistant Minister Datuk John Sikie Tayai. He advised the people that there are irresponsible parties who are trying to smear the image of the government and its elected representatives. “Do not believe the slander in social media which was intentionally directed […]
Tuai rumah must have academic qualification
TATAU: A tuai rumah (longhouse chieftain) must at least have Form Three academic qualification and should be able to read and write. Native Laws and Customs Assistant Minister Datuk John Sikie Tayai said such criteria are important in the appointment of a community leader. “Similarly, the village development and security committee (JKKK) secretary should know […]
Sarawak supports Agriculture Facilitation Fund
SELANGAU: The Gabungan Parti (GPS) government in Sarawak supports the Agriculture Facilitation Fund (AFF) and assistance will be given to those who show interest and determination, said Kakus assemblyman Datuk John Sikie Tayai. He gave the assurance during the launch of the Agriculture Community Outreach Programme (AgriCOP) at Rh Tuggang, Sungai Arip on Saturday (Sept […]
