Barisan Nasional (BN) has confirmed its entry into the race for the Pintasan state seat in the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election.
Sabah BN chairman Bung Moktar Radin emphasised that all shortlisted candidates possess strong qualifications. Yet, the final pick will hinge on who stands the best chance of victory and resonates most with local voters.
“All proposed candidates bring unique strengths to the table, but we must choose the one who can secure a win and genuinely echo the people’s aspirations,” he said at a community event in Kampung Nanamun, Kota Belud, last night. “I call on all BN members to stay united and steer clear of any rifts.”
BN’s move paves the way for a heated multi-party showdown in Pintasan, which could draw in its alliance partner, Sabah Pakatan Harapan (PH).
Early Declarations from Rivals
Only days before, Amanah—a key part of Sabah PH—named Mohd Julpikar Ab Mijan as its hopeful for the seat.
United Sabah National Organisation (Usno) president Pandikar Amin Mulia has also signalled his bid for a return to active politics by targeting Pintasan.
The current Pintasan assemblyman is Fairuz Renddan of Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan). Both Usno and Gagasan belong to the broader Gagasan Rakyat Sabah coalition.
Parti Kesejahteraan Demokratik Masyarakat (KDM) has put forward Almudin Kaida as its candidate for the same constituency.
