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Sabah elections

603 election-related offences recorded in Sabah polls: EC chief

Despite minor violations, polling proceeds smoothly with a turnout of 31.3% by 11am, with expectations for increased participation in the afternoon

Sabah Elections: A turning point in political dynamics– J. Ligunjang JP

As Sabah heads to the polls, ex-assemblyman calls for reflection, restraint and unity in charting the state’s political path

Sabah polls: 596 candidates to contest for 73 state seats

The majority of this number are independent candidates (74), Election Commission chairman says

November 16, 2025: a pivotal day for Sabah — James Ligunjang

As the federal government weighs whether to appeal Sabah’s 40% revenue ruling, its choice will reveal if Putrajaya truly respects the spirit of MA63 or merely plays politics ahead of state polls

Appeal against Sabah’s 40% revenue share could destabilise national unity: J Ligunjang

Activist stresses that limiting Sabah's entitlement risks deepening distrust towards the federal government and impacting Peninsula-based political parties

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