KOTA KINABALU, Oct 16 (Bernama) — The 17th Sabah State Election will be held on Nov 29, the Election Commission announced today.
EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said the nomination for the polls will be on Nov 15 and early voting on Nov 25.
“Over 1,784,843 million eligible voters will carry out their responsibilities (in the 17th Sabah state election),” he told a press conference after chairing a special meeting for the polls at the Sabah Federal Government Administrative Complex here today.
On Oct 6, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor announced the dissolution of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly to pave the way for the state polls.
The Sabah State Assembly comprises 79 seats, 73 of which are elected, while six are appointed members.
More to follow.
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