Kota kinabalu: All elected representatives and political parties that make up the new Sabah government must commit to delivering the aspirations of the people.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) deputy secretary-general Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali emphasized that regardless of party affiliation, the newly-elected assemblymen must turn the people’s aspirations into action through a government that is stable, inclusive, and committed to integrity. Armizan, who also serves as the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, noted that the Sabah Cabinet line-up sworn in today signifies the collective commitment of the participating parties to establish the framework and foundation for the state’s future direction.

Armizan highlighted that although no coalition secured a simple majority to form the government, the voter turnout clearly indicates a demand for a government capable of delivering meaningful and valuable change. He stressed that prioritizing and safeguarding Sabah’s rights and in
terests will remain the core focus, as outlined in the election pledges of all contesting parties and assemblymen.

He also pointed out that while the five Independent assemblymen were previously part of GRS leadership before nomination day, their voices as Independents continue to be crucial in shaping the state’s political landscape. Armizan further added that opposition assemblymen are vital for providing checks and balances to ensure that the state government remains relevant and responsive.

Earlier today, ten state assemblymen were sworn in before Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Musa Aman as State Cabinet Ministers in the newly-elected GRS-led government. In the early hours of Sunday morning, GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor took his oath of office as the 17th Chief Minister of Sabah. The 10-member Cabinet sworn in today includes seven representatives from GRS, and one each from United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO), Barisan Nasional (BN), and Pakatan Harapan (PH).