Perikatan Nasional (PN) has reaffirmed its commitment to contest the upcoming Sabah state election independently, pledging to fight for the people’s interests without aligning with what it described as temporary and confusing political coalitions.
PN Sabah chairman Ronald Kiandee took aim at certain leaders who, despite championing local party struggles, have simultaneously formed chaotic political alliances—mockingly referring to them as a “three-way love affair” that he claims offers no real benefit to the people.
“It’s even hard for them to go solo. They hold a convention declaring their intention to contest alone, and the hall is filled with fiery enthusiasm. But the moment they meet PMX (Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim), they falter. And what happens then?
“That’s when this so-called three-way love affair emerges. One group teams up with another, and those on the other side form yet another alliance. Who benefits? Those stuck in the middle. Do they even realise this so-called three-way love affair exists?” he said during PN’s Jelajah Rakyat (People’s Tour) event here on Friday night.
Ronald said PN is not afraid to contest on its own, citing its experience as part of the former state government and expressing confidence that it still enjoys strong support among Sabahans.
“What’s there to fear? This was the first government logo in Sabah under PN. I know Sabahans still have affection and loyalty toward PN. Isn’t that true?” he asked, drawing cheers from supporters.
He also criticised the rhetoric of the slogan “Sabah for Sabah,” accusing some parties of using it selectively.
“They claim to fight for Sabah, but why do problems remain unresolved? They say only Sabah-based parties can govern, yet exploration licences are given to Peninsular Malaysians.
“We are contesting solo—no need for this three-way love affair. Don’t preach ‘Sabah for Sabah’ while insisting only Sabah parties are legitimate. That is not right,” he said.
Ronald further urged all parties to stop the practice of party-hopping, which he said undermines democratic processes and destabilises the state’s politics.
“We tell them to stop jumping between parties. They used to wear PN’s colours, but now they switch allegiances for their own political survival. But PN members remain steadfast. Even as the opposition, we have numbers. Even without lucky draws or celebrity appearances, this is genuine support from the people of Sabah,” he said.
He expressed confidence that PN’s support base will continue to grow and ultimately be capable of toppling the current GRS government, which he claimed is increasingly losing its sense of direction.
