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Give GRS one more term to prove its worth - Khairul
Khairul delivering his speech while officiating the Gagasan Rakyat Moyog Division AGM.
KOTA KINABALU (June 22): Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) direct member Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan has called on the people of Sabah to give the coalition another term to prove its capability and deliver on its promises.
Speaking after officiating the Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) Moyog Division annual general meeting at ITCC Shopping Mall in Penampang on Sunday, Khairul said he firmly believes GRS remains the best option for the state.
He praised GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor for his leadership, describing him as approachable, open to ideas and criticism, and committed to progressive initiatives for Sabah.
'And at this juncture, anyone wanting to lead Sabah will face big challenges. That is why I think this is the best time for Sabahans to give a solid mandate to GRS,' said Khairul, who is also the Batu Sapi Member of Parliament.
'Try us out for one more term. If we don't perform, kick us out,' he added.
Khairul acknowledged that political parties must remain grounded in public support, stressing that if the people no longer believe in GRS, then the coalition must reconsider its role and direction.
'It is normal for political parties to exist, but we must be realistic. If our cause is no longer accepted by the rakyat, we have to re-evaluate.'
Highlighting Sabah's unique political landscape, he noted that the state has the highest number of political parties ever to form a government in Malaysia's history, illustrating the people's openness to political change.
'That's why GRS and Gagasan Rakyat must truly understand the needs of Sabahans. We cannot afford to be out of touch,' he said.
When asked about possible electoral pacts with Pakatan Harapan (PH) or Barisan Nasional (BN), Khairul urged Sabah leaders to end internal rivalries and prioritise the state's future.
'Sabahan leaders have been fighting each other for decades. Why can't we sit down, be objective, and look at what's best for the future of Sabah and the next generation?' he questioned.
'If some still believe that becoming Chief Minister is the only priority, then we can't help them. God bless them.'
