By DayakDaily Team
ASAJAYA, Nov 14: With great power comes great responsibility, and Sarawakians have been urged to exercise their right to vote in the coming Sarawak Election 2026 with responsibility and wisdom to ensure the democratic process and the formation of the State government proceed smoothly.
According to a report from the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS), Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said voters must consider the backgrounds of political parties, the candidates contesting, and their capabilities before making their choice.
He also stressed that when choosing leaders, voters should not be influenced by emotion, sentiment, or handouts from contesting candidates, but should instead base their choice on careful consideration and thorough evaluation.
“The right to vote is a trust and a right of every citizen that must be exercised with full awareness in determining the direction of leadership and the future of the State,” said Abdul Karim, who is also the incumbent for Asajaya, during the officiation of the 37th Annual Sports Festival of SK Rebak 2026 here today
Meanwhile, speaking on the event, he said a balance between academic achievement, participation in sports activities, and continuous support from parents and schools is essential to nurturing a disciplined, competitive, and well-rounded younger generation.
He said sports not only benefited students’ physical health but also helped instil self-discipline, time management skills, and teamwork.
“Excellence in sports and academics could go hand in hand through the practice of discipline, effective time management, and commitment towards achieving goals,” he said.
He also emphasised the importance of sports and co-curricular activities in developing social interaction skills, particularly as the younger generation becomes increasingly exposed to digital devices. — DayakDaily
