Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul distanced himself from commenting on Upko’s exit from Pakatan Harapan, citing that he cannot make any ruling or comment until he receives a formal notification from the parties involved.
“I haven’t received any letter yet. So, I can’t comment until I receive the letter. At the moment, nothing yet. Nothing,” he said when asked in Putatan, Sabah, today.
Upko left Harapan on Nov 10 over Putrajaya’s plans to file an appeal on parts of the High Court ruling involving the 40 percent revenue entitlement for Sabah.
Upko, which holds two MP seats - Penampang and Tuaran - announced its withdrawal five days before the nomination day.
Pressed on what he will decide once an official notice is given, Johari merely emphasised the procedural nature of his role - without a written notice, there is no case to consider.
On Nov 17, Upko president Ewon Benedick said he resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Harapan to send a firm message that he will not compromise when it comes to Sabah’s rights, particularly the 40 percent revenue entitlement.
“Previously, many MPs from Sabah voiced their concerns on the matter in Parliament, but perhaps it was insufficient for you (Putrajaya).
“So, that’s why I resigned to affirm my stance on Sabah's 40 percent entitlement,” he added. - Mkini
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