KOTA KINABALU: Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) has vehemently rejected recent corruption allegations against the party and its leaders, labelling the claims as baseless and politically motivated.
The party’s secretary-general, Datuk Julita Majungki, condemned these "desperate political attacks" aimed at tarnishing PBS's image and undermining public trust.
"These accusations are not only false, but they are clearly orchestrated as part of a political agenda," she said in a statement on Monday (June 30).
Majungki emphasised that PBS has always upheld core values of integrity, humility, and public service, consistently advocating for justice, fairness, and Sabah’s autonomy within the Malaysian federation.
"It is unfortunate that in today’s political climate, when a party consistently stands for truth and refuses to compromise its principles, it becomes a target.
"The attacks we are facing are not new. They are part of a familiar pattern of political persecution against those who refuse to engage in backroom deals," she said.
Majungki highlighted that PBS leaders are known for their clean record and modest lifestyle, rooted in a long-standing tradition of grassroots service.
"These are not mere claims … they are values we live by, and the people who know us best can vouch for our commitment to simplicity and honest leadership.
"You can attack our name, but you cannot destroy our principles. We will not retaliate with lies or slander. Instead, we will continue to serve Sabah with honesty, humility, and strength of character," Majungki said, addressing critics directly.
She added that PBS, as the oldest multicultural party in Sabah, welcomed investigations by independent and competent authorities, expressing confidence that the truth will ultimately prevail.
"We urge the public not to be swayed by politically charged narratives. In the end, the people of Sabah know who is truly working for them, and who is merely playing politics," she said.
She reiterated the party’s commitment to "walk the straight path" despite the malicious attacks.
The statement follows a report by an online news portal claiming that a Sabah mining bribery probe has widened to implicate more high-ranking leaders from PBS and Sabah STAR, both components of the ruling Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition.
