‘Dance along’ with Sabahan sentiment, analysts urge Umno
Umno should tread carefully and not be dismissive of the “Sabah for Sabahans” slogan, say two political analysts, as the sentiment is genuine and growing across the state.
Political analyst Romzi Ationg of Universiti Malaysia Sabah said there is a prevailing desire among voters for Sabah to be led by local parties and leaders, and Umno risks alienating the voters if it maintains its dismissive stance.
“Umno risks being accused of looking down on this increasingly influential opinion here in Sabah. They will have difficulties gaining seats if they’re going to keep up such an attitude,” he told FMT.
Romzi said Umno must adjust its approach and “dance along with the sentiment at the moment”, aligning with the political realities on the ground.
“In Sabah, everybody’s interested in making sure…
