Sikie wants government recognition for symposium

MIRI: The Ngepan Iban Symposium (SNI) should be made an official government event in the state, said Minister in the Premier’s Department Datuk John Sikie Tayai. Speaking at the closing of SNI 2023 here on Saturday night, Sikie expressed hope that it will be held in the coming years with topics other than the  Ngepan […]

Abang Openg instrumental in official recognition of Gawai Dayak

TUN Datuk Abang Openg Abang Sapiee was known for his spirit of goodwill, unity and cooperation with all ethnic groups notably the Dayak. This trait had been ingrained in him since he became a Native Officer, a District Officer and eventually Sarawak’s first post-independence Governor for six years until his death on March 28, 1969. […]