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All federal funds will go directly to the people, says Hajiji

Malaysia Times desk Original: Free Malaysia Today 8/9 23:38 X
All federal funds will go directly to the people, says Hajiji
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The Sabah chief minister says the RM1.5 billion special grant would go towards more paved roads, bridges, and water and electricity projects.

From the original report

He said the increase in the interim special grant payment to RM1.5 billion from this year would be fully utilised to build more paved roads and concrete bridges as well as improve water and electricity supply throughout the state.

“We welcome Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s decision to increase the interim payment, and we will use the proceeds for development and people’s welfare agendas such as the construction of more Rumah Mesra Sabah Maju Jaya units and the Sentuhan Kasih Rakyat programme,” he said.

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Aug 9, 2026
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Aug 15, 2026
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