Hajiji: Thank you for the mandate, this victory belongs to the people

KOTA KINABALU (Nov 30): Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) chairman Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor has expressed his profound gratitude to Sabahans for renewing their mandate, describing the coalition’s victory in the 17th state election as “the people’s victory”.

“With profound gratitude, I accept the trust you have placed in me and my colleagues in the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to once again lead and serve as your elected representatives.

“The people’s unwavering support and courageous belief in our cause have been the driving force behind this victory.

“Let us celebrate this victory as the beginning of a new chapter, filled with renewed purpose and the collective determination to build a better tomorrow for Sabah and its people,” he said in a statement today.

He stressed that GRS’ commitment from the start had been to drive change and progress through the holistic and inclusive Hala Tuju Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) development agenda.

“We set out to inspire meaningful development and build bridges that unite, rather than divide. We are resolute in our pursuit of continuity with SMJ 2.0, focusing on four key pillars: Sabah First, Sabah Forward, Sabah Prosper, and Sabah United,” he said.

Hajiji reaffirmed GRS’ commitment to work tirelessly to advance the hopes and aspirations of all Sabahans.

“Together, we will confront challenges, seize new opportunities, and ensure that every voice, no matter how small, is heard and valued,” he said.

Calling for continued unity, he urged Sabahans to work together as “active partners” in the state’s progress.

“With unity as our strength, let us move forward together and make this moment of victory truly count.

“To all our opponents who have vied with us throughout this election, let us close ranks and embrace the spirit of democracy by coming together in solidarity.

Let us build trust and commit to working collaboratively to serve the people effectively and for the greater good of Sabah,” he said.