Beaufort folks upset over closure of agricultural road
Published on: Sat, Jul 05, 2025
By: Ahmad Apong Text Size: The closed road in question. BEAUFORT: Local residents are disappointed as they face difficulties transporting their children to and fro Sekolah Kebangsaan Klias Baru on Jalan Klias Baru, due to the closure of the agricultural road. President of the Sabah Ethnic Groups Organisation (Presbah), Yahya Ahmad, said this when contacted by the Daily Express. He has visited and listened to the concerns of parents, especially about the challenges their children face in getting to school.
Advertisement He said when the shortcut through the agricultural route, which was the usual easy and quick path, was closed, much of their time was wasted due to the longer distance. 'I took the time today to personally visit the location with a colleague, Syariah Court Judge Jelimin from Beaufort, and representatives of the parents to observe firsthand the issues caused by the road closure,' he said. Presbah reached out to a few groups, including engineers from the Public Works Department, to work together on finding a solution. Pan Borneo is stepping in to help find a way forward that keeps the construction work on track while also looking out for the wellbeing of the community, especially the parents from Sk. Klias Baru and everyone else using the road. Yahya Presbah has proposed opening an alternative route from the roundabout junction directly to the school, he said. Protecting the rights of everyone on the road is key to not just prevent accidents but to ensure everyone can travel safely and comfortably. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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