Tok Mat hails Rahman Dahlan’s decision to make way for local leader
Barisan Nasional deputy chairman Mohamad Hasan has praised former MP Abdul Rahman Dahlan’s decision to withdraw from the upcoming Sabah polls to make way for a local candidate.
Mohamad, better known as Tok Mat, described Rahman’s decision to withdraw as the candidate for the Tempasuk seat as a noble gesture.
He also said Rahman’s decision showed that the former federal minister was a responsible leader who prioritised the interest of the party, Bernama reported.
“This is good, because he made way for a local leader,” Mohamad was quoted as saying.
“And he is very happy to make way for the Kota Belud Umno chief,” he said, referring to Azwan Norjan.
Rahman, who is Sabah Umno deputy chief, announced his withdrawal from the race last night, three days…
