Over 100 brave downpour to commemorate first anniversary of Adenan’s passing

SIBU: Despite heavy rain, over 100 people gathered at Sibu Gateway Thursday night, to commemorate the first anniversary of the passing of Pehin Sri Adenan Satem.

The vigil which began at 7pm was organised by Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP).

Most of the participants were members of SUPP, Parti Pesaka Bumiputra Bersatu (PBB), Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) and Progressive Democratic Party (PDP).

SUPP Central deputy president Chieng Buong Toon described Adenan as a leader with wisdom who had served the people of Sarawak wholeheartedly.

“He had set his development vision for all Sarawakians, regardless of their race and religion. He had worked with the people towards a harmonious Sarawak.

“He had managed the state with just and fairness, and protected the autonomy and the people of Sarawak,” he recalled.

Chieng said Adenan was best remembered in his fight for Sarawak’s autonomy and the abolishment of tolls.

“The fairness of his policies included ensuring the development of the Chinese schools by giving grants, recognising the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) and allowing Chinese private schools to apply for education loans and scholarships.

“Adenan had brought about economic transformation for the state and narrowed the development gap between rural and urban areas,” he said.

The night’s programme included autograph signing and playing of Adenan’s favourite songs.

Adenan, Sarawak’s fifth Chef Minister passed away on Jan 11, 2017 at the age of 72.