MSAM 2012

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I believe that many of us know what is happening in Likas sport Complex now. Those who did not know what is happening then keep on reading my sentence. Okay, let me give you a brief  explanation on what is happening in Likas sport complex since 20th April 2012. There have an event called Malaysian Unit Trust Week (MSAM 2012). The event is one of the economic development programmes. There are about 50 participated companies, taking part in this event. New programs based on education and investment as well as entertainment and education, which can be participated by visitors.


I actually support the event and i think this is one of the steps for us to know what is the benefits of investment.


So what are you waiting for? there still another 3 days for you to visit the MSAM. You can jot down on something here, your thought about the event.

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Education award propels rural students to success

 KOTA MARUDU: Among them were more than 200 students from this far-flung district, who have become respected members of the community and professionals in their chosen fields.

Kota Marudu member of parliament Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili said the award had assisted the students in one way or another.

The award is given out to children of members of the Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA), helmed by Pairin, who excelled in the Ujian Pencapaian Sekolah Rendah, Penilaian Menengah Rendah, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia examinations.

Ongkili, who is also science, technology and innovation minister, said many of the past recipients were now teachers, engineers, doctors, lawyers and civil servants.

"Education is the basis for success in life. It will equip one to become competitive and independent in seeking a livelihood."

Ongkili also revealed that he would spearhead the setting up of a formal education trust fund to be managed by the Kota Marudu KDCA on a long-term basis.

"The fund will be set up under the state trust enactment to ensure continuity and adequate financial base through charitable deeds and sponsorship."

He also pledged RM50,000 from his forthcoming government gratuity as a minister to kick-start the trust fund.

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EC seeks to reveal the facts

PUTRAJAYA: The Election Commission (EC) has launched a booklet to debunk a list of 12 allegations against it on the management of the country's electoral roll.

The booklet, titled The Facts Behind Allegations and Lies Against the EC, contains the EC's response to issues raised by the Opposition, from the alleged shifting of electoral boundaries to the presence of dubious and phantom voters on the roll.

EC chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof said the purpose of the booklet was to help the public be better informed about the nation's electoral process.

“We want Malaysians to understand the actual situation, so the next time they hear a ceramah or (read) a blog, they can think for themselves and decide what is right and wrong,” he said at a press conference here yesterday.

A total of 5,000 booklets have been printed at a cost of RM20,000, to be distributed to the media, political parties and government departments.

Abdul Aziz said much had been reported in the media and the ceramah circuit about the issues but many people appear not to understand how things are done by the commission. One example is the presence of over 42,000 voters whose status is unknown on the roll, which he said leaves the EC in a dilemma.

Abdul Aziz said the EC initially thought of deleting the names to clean up the roll but found that it could not do so legally unless it is certified that each and every one of them had either died or is no longer eligible to vote.

“At first we wanted to cut out the 42,000 names. We received objections from all corners, which is just as well as we cannot do so under the law. But when we did not delete the names, the same group which objected earlier demanded that they be removed,” he said.

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RM48.99 million for implementation of 330 projects

24th April, 2012

KOTA KINABALU: The Ministry of Housing & Local Government has approved a substantial allocation of RM48.99 million for the implementation of 330 projects by all local authorities in Sabah until April this year.Its Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Lajim Ukin said the amount is expected to help local authorities to resolve the existing problem of roads, ditches and drains in their respective area.“The ministry through the Department of Local Government is committed to provide funding in its efforts to create local authorities that are dynamic and competitive,” he said at the presentation of the 2012 Annual Grants & Contribution in lieu of Rates to the local authorities on Sunday night.“The ministry is prepared to provide additional allocations to local authorities in the State subject to the availability of funds and the performance of local authorities in implementing projects that had been approved,” he told reporters. At the event, Lajim handed over a total of RM63.31 million in Annual Grants and Assistance Rates Contribution to the 24 local authorities throughout Sabah.The amount comprised 2012 annual grants amounting to RM34.56 million and payment of contributions amounting to RM28.75 million.Lajim who is also the Member of Parliament for Beaufort hoped that the grants and contributions will be used to assist the local authorities in providing good services to the people.He also reminded local authorities to submit their annual audit reports on the implementation of projects undertaken during the year because the ministry will increase the allocation based on the commitment of respective local authority in the State. “Based on the commitment given by the ministry in distributing allocations, I hope that all local authorities can ensure that the projects implemented are monitored from time to time,” he said.“Each local authority should apply the element of monitoring as one of the local authorities’ commitment to ensure that all projects are implemented in line with the ‘Value for Money’ concept,” said Lajim.According to him, the monitoring process needs to be done starting from the planning stage through to the completion of a project with special focus on the activities and areas of work involved.“I am confident that by increasing monitoring frequency, the delay in the project will be addressed and this effort will hasten the project for the benefits of the people,” he remarked.Meanwhile, Local Government & Housing Minister Datuk Hajiji Mohd Noor said the annual grants given to local authorities in Sabah are for the third time since 2010.“Distribution of this financial assistance will further enhance the respective local authorities’ efforts in the preparation and maintenance of public facilities, including, the cleanliness and beautification of area within the jurisdiction of respective local authority,” he said. Also present were both Assistant Ministers of Local Government & Housing Datuk Edward Yong Oui Fah and Datuk Ghulam Haidar Khan Bahadar.

Source :  http://www.newsabahtimes.com.my/nstweb/fullstory/58145

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