Sabah PKR welcomes action on mining scandal
Published on: Monday, June 16, 2025
Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 Text Size: Mustapha said transparency, integrity and accountability must be the foundation of every decision involving the State's resources. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah PKR has welcomed a statement by Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Chief Tan Sri Azam Baki that charges will be laid against those involved in an alleged mining scandal in the State. Sabah PKR Chief Datuk Mustapha Sakmud said mining licensing has long been a matter of concern for Sabahans, who hope that the State's natural resources are managed fairly and used to benefit all.
Advertisement In a statement, Mustapha said transparency, integrity and accountability must be the foundation of every decision involving the State's resources. 'Sabah PKR believes that these (charges) will send an important message that the culture of abuse of power will no longer be tolerated. 'It is time for Sabah to strengthen its standards of governance with greater credibility and integrity,' he said. On Friday, Azam said he would make an announcement soon about the 'one or two individuals' to be charged in court in connection with the alleged mining scandal. On June 6, a source from MACC said the investigation papers had been completed and submitted to the Attorney-General's Chambers two weeks earlier and that several individuals could be charged. * 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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