Anak Negeri targets 20 state seats
Published on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Published on: Wed, Jun 18, 2025
By: Jinni Juanis Text Size: From left: Trevor, Nazarul, Ruzi and Priskila. Kota Kinabalu: Parti Kerjasama Anak Negeri (Anak Negeri) has confirmed its participation in the state election, targeting 20 state seats. Party President Datuk Henrynus Amin said seven seats had already been confirmed, with several more expected to be finalised in the coming weeks.
Advertisement When asked about his personal candidacy, Henrynus remained undecided, citing various considerations including age, health and family obligations. He said Anak Negeri is focused on recruiting dynamic, people-oriented and highly motivated young leaders for the coming election. While prepared to contest independently, Henrynus indicated openness to collaboration with small local parties unaffiliated with national Malayan-based parties. 'Parti Anak Negeri has had informal discussions to explore this idea with a friendly local Momogun-based party, but no formal meeting has taken place,' he said. He advocated for cooperation rather than competition among smaller local parties, pointing out the need for realistic assessment of their respective strengths. 'It is a good idea for smaller political parties to focus their efforts on areas where they possess a strong base and a higher probability of success,' he said. Meanwhile, Henrynus four new faces that would help to maintain the youth leadership and implement several important initiatives of the party. He said the key appointments signals a renewed commitment to the youth leadership and party revitalisation. The new appointments are Trevor Maringking, 43, as the new Secretary-General; Priskila Akwila, 29), as the new Women's Chief; Nazarul K Wahab, 42, as the new Youth Chief and Datin Seri Ruzi Saul, 46, a Supreme Council member. 'These strategic changes underscore the party's dedication to integrating and empowering the next generation of leaders,' he said. He said Trevor has also been appointed as the Chief party coordinator for Tuaran and which incidentally his late father, Yunof Maringking was formerly the Member of Parliament for Tuaran. Priskila Akwila, a 29-year-old lawyer from Kota Belud, who earlier joined the party was appointed a member of the Supreme Council, is now entrusted further to take on the role of the Party's Women's chief. Nazarul K Wahab steps in as the new Youth Chief, replacing Bonik Gatindus who will be assigned as the Deputy Youth Chief. Nazarul will also head the party's coordinating committee for Kundasang. Additionally, Datin Seri Ruzi Saul representing Kalabakan has been appointed to the Supreme Council. 'With these appointments, the party will actively seek to recruit more leaders especially the younger generation to join in the ranks.' 'We will continue to invite and welcome all young, passionate individuals who believe in our values to join us in shaping a more inclusive and dynamic political landscape for Sabah, Malaysia,' said the former MP Ranau. According to Henrynus, the appointment is not just a matter only for this coming election but rather to shape and prepare the leaders of tomorrow by trusting them now to learn and take action from today. He said Parti Anak Negeri believes that action speaks louder than words and for Sabah to be rid of recycled politicians in government leadership positions in the future. He said the younger generation must be entrusted with responsibilities or given the opportunity to lead and be empowered from the earliest time possible. 'We trust the process and are investing for a better Sabah in the coming years since the leaders of tomorrow are the youths of today,' he added. Henrynus emphasised the significance of these appointments. For example, Trevor Maringking, a practicing lawyer, would be assigned tasks to spearhead the party's reorganisation and renewal program. He said Trevor had also been appointed as the Chief party coordinator for Tuaran and which incidentally his late father, Yunof Maringking was formerly the Member of Parliament for Tuaran. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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