Gempur Rasuah Sabah and Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan Rallies Conclude Peacefully in Kota Kinabalu

Rallies Proceeded Without Incident, Despite Coinciding with State Government’s Karnival Ria Event

The Gempur Rasuah Sabah and Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rallies in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, took place today, with both events proceeding peacefully despite being held at the same location and time.

Gempur Rasuah Sabah Rally

The Gempur Rasuah Sabah rally, organized by Suara Mahasiswa, kicked off at 2pm in front of Menara Kinabalu, with about 200 participants gathering at Universiti Malaysia Sabah and marching approximately 3.4km to Menara Kinabalu, arriving at 3:10pm. The rally was aimed at raising concerns about corruption in the state.

Police Management

Police personnel from the Sabah police headquarters, Kota Kinabalu police headquarters, and the 16th and 21st General Operations Force battalions worked together to manage the events. Upon arrival, police restricted access to the Menara Kinabalu area, citing ongoing Karnival Ria activities. The police maintained a heavy presence to ensure the safety and security of all participants.

Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan Rally

The Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rally, representing various NGOs, arrived at the location about 15 minutes after the Gempur Rasuah Sabahan rally. The event aimed to address threats to public order and express support for the current state government. The participants were also kept about 100m apart to maintain order, and proceeded with their speeches using loudspeakers, displaying placards and flags under police supervision.

Reactions and Aftermath

Suara Mahasiswa president Fadhill Kasim commended the police for handling the situation peacefully, despite the heavy police presence. The Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rally dispersed about an hour later, while Gempur Rasuah Sabah participants remained in the area until later in the evening.

Conclusion

The Gempur Rasuah Sabah and Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rallies in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, concluded peacefully, with both events proceeding without incident. The successful management of the events by the police ensured the safety and security of all participants, allowing the rallies to proceed without disruption.

FAQs

* What were the Gempur Rasuah Sabah and Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rallies about?
+ The Gempur Rasuah Sabah rally aimed to raise concerns about corruption in the state, while the Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rally addressed threats to public order and expressed support for the current state government.
* How many participants were involved in the Gempur Rasuah Sabah rally?
+ About 200 participants were involved in the Gempur Rasuah Sabah rally.
* How many police personnel were involved in managing the events?
+ Police personnel from the Sabah police headquarters, Kota Kinabalu police headquarters, and the 16th and 21st General Operations Force battalions worked together to manage the events.
* What was the outcome of the Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rally?
+ The Himpunan Bangkit Sabahan rally dispersed about an hour later, while Gempur Rasuah Sabah participants remained in the area until later in the evening.