Lihan’s leadership leaves indelible mark, says Senate president

KUALA LUMPUR: Senate president Tan Sri Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has extended his heartfelt condolences and profound sympathy to the family of the late Datuk Lihan Jok following the somber occasion of his passing.

He said that the late Lihan was a distinguished individual who served with utmost dedication as the two-term assemblyman of Telang Usan constituency and as a two-term Senator of Dewan Negara.

“His commitment to public service, marked by tireless dedication, has left an indelible mark on his community.

“The late Datuk Lihan, a Kayan from Long Bedian, Ulu Sungai Apoh in Baram, was not only a good politician but also an active and dedicated social worker.

“His impact was significant, notably as the prime mover in unifying all Orang Ulu associations under the Federation of Orang Ulu Associations of Sarawak Malaysia (FORUM), of which he served as the president,” he said in a statement yesterday.

Having known Lihan since 2001 when he was elected to the State Legislative Assembly of Sarawak, Junaidi added that he would always remember him as a respectful, gentle, and polite person.

“His legacy will be remembered with great respect, and he will be deeply missed. May his family and loved ones find solace during this difficult time,” he said.