KOTA KINABALU, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Allegations regarding the cancellation or reduction of allocations for the rural road projects (JALB) in Sabah and Sarawak by the MADANI Government need to be examined based on accurate facts and information, said the Sabah PKR Leadership Council chairman Datuk Mustapha Sakmud.
General : Sabah, Sarawak Rural Road Allocation Never Cancelled, Says Mustapha
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Mustapha denied cancellation of rural road allocations in Sabah and Sarawak, stating funds are increasing and payments are being addressed.
- Mustapha claims JALB allocations in Sabah and Sarawak are not cancelled.
- National JALB funding increased from RM2.11 billion in 2026 to RM2.27 billion in 2027.
- RM500 million was approved in 2026 to clear JALB contractor payments.
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