Sabah’s election heats up with record-breaking candidate battles in key seats
The political landscape in Sabah is heating up as candidates gear up for the upcoming election. In Tamparuli, Johan Jahid, son of incumbent Datuk Jahid Jahim, is running as an independent. Meanwhile, incumbent Datuk Jasnih Daya faces a seven-way contest in Pantai Dalit. Tuaran's constituencies are shaping up to be among the most fiercely contested, with 33 candidates vying for four seats.
In Tamparuli, the state seat will see 13 candidates, including Johan Jahid, battling it out. Over in Kiulu, Parti Kebangsaan Sabah (PKS) candidate Dusi Gingging required immediate medical attention after submitting his nomination papers. Incumbent Joniston Bangkuai of GRS will defend his seat against eight others in Kiulu.
Tuaran MP Datuk Seri Panglima Madius Tangau of Upko is set to face a tough challenge, with Julia Emelda Ongkili (PIS), Jinitoh Sontori (STARSabah), Arthur Erik Lee (Anak Negeri), Joseph Lee (Warisan), James Lunkapis (KDM), Bonaventure Boniface (GRS), and six independents also in the running. Sulaman's incumbent and GRS chairman Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor will defend his seat in a five-cornered contest.
With a high number of candidates contesting in various seats, the upcoming election in Sabah promises to be intense and closely fought. The diverse range of candidates, including independents and those from different political parties, reflects the electorate's eagerness to have their voices heard.
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