Jafry Ariffin has been named the new Sabah Umno chairman. He succeeds Bung Moktar Radin, who passed away last week. Jafry currently serves as the Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister.
Hasnol Ayub joins the leadership as deputy chairman. He takes over the position from Abdul Rahman Dahlan. This change is part of the broader reshuffle within the state’s party leadership.
Samasuddin Yusop will now assume the role of secretary. He fills the position previously held by Jafry Ariffin. These appointments aim to fill the vacancies created by recent changes.
Umno Secretary-General Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki announced the changes in a statement. He stated that party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi invoked Clause 12.5 of the Umno constitution. This clause grants the authority to make such appointments.
New leadership appointed to ensure continuity
The appointments are intended to ensure administrative continuity within Sabah Umno. They also aim to strengthen party coordination and operations. The goal is to organise the party’s work in the state more efficiently.
In his statement, Asyraf called for unity behind the new team. ‘Umno calls on all leaders and members to give their full support to this new leadership team,’ he said. He emphasized the need for the party to continue serving the people and supporting the Sabah state government.
