Sabah's PKR party leaders say they feel surprised about new corruption claims against state lawmakers. Fresh reports show videos that appear to catch five assembly members and one former parliament member taking bribes. The payments add up to almost 4 million ringgit according to news website Malaysiakini. PKR state chairman Mustapha Sakmud thought earlier videos would end the scandal. Anti-corruption officials had already questioned two lawmakers and the person who exposed the crimes.
The party fears these events might change Sabah politics completely. Mustapha told reporters that PKR must prepare for any outcome from the growing scandal. He asked all local party offices to watch developments carefully and stay ready for problems. The corruption cases could affect how parties work together across the state. PKR wants to protect itself from damage caused by the accusations.
Mustapha also spoke about a recent anti-corruption protest where people burned a picture of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The deputy education minister supports young people speaking out against corruption because he did the same when he was younger. However he thinks protesters should not destroy images or symbols during rallies. Burning pictures does not match Sabah's peaceful culture according to Mustapha. The prime minister said students should not face punishment for the incident.
The party fears these events might change Sabah politics completely. Mustapha told reporters that PKR must prepare for any outcome from the growing scandal. He asked all local party offices to watch developments carefully and stay ready for problems. The corruption cases could affect how parties work together across the state. PKR wants to protect itself from damage caused by the accusations.
Mustapha also spoke about a recent anti-corruption protest where people burned a picture of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The deputy education minister supports young people speaking out against corruption because he did the same when he was younger. However he thinks protesters should not destroy images or symbols during rallies. Burning pictures does not match Sabah's peaceful culture according to Mustapha. The prime minister said students should not face punishment for the incident.
