Volunteer's heroic act touches Abang Jo's heart

Chief political secretary Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman (standing left) handing over the contribution from Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg to Mohamad Syafiq's mother Julia Jemat at their home in Kuching.

KUCHING: The heroism of Mohamad Syafiq Mohamad Ali Hanaffiah, who was severely burned while trying to save a boy from a fire last year, has touched the heart of Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

The Sarawak Premier has given a personal contribution of RM50,000 to Mohamad Syafiq, 34, after learning of his plight through media reports.