Will Datuk Mohamad Alamin retain Bongawan for BN?

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Datuk Mohamad Alamin Faces a Nine-Cornered Contest in Bongawan

Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Mohamad Alamin is contesting the Bongawan state seat in the upcoming 17th Sabah State Election under the Barisan Nasional (BN) banner. He faces a significant challenge with a nine-cornered contest, including the incumbent Dr Daud Yusof of Parti Warisan. The outcome will depend on various factors, including the performance of other key candidates and broader political sentiment.
Incumbent Dr Daud Yusof Defends Bongawan Seat

Dr Daud Yusof, the incumbent for the Bongawan seat, is seeking to retain his position and will be running under the Parti Warisan banner. In the previous state election, Dr Daud secured victory in Bongawan with a majority of 1,802 votes, indicating a strong base of support. His re-election bid will be a key factor in the upcoming electoral battle.
A Diverse Field of Contenders in Bongawan

Beyond Datuk Mohamad Alamin and Dr Daud Yusof, the Bongawan constituency will witness a multi-cornered fight involving several political parties. Notable contenders include Sabah political veteran Tan Sri Anifah Aman representing Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), Ridzuan Agus Payong of Perikatan Nasional (PN), Hussin Dasar @ Esah of Parti Perpaduan Rakyat Sabah (PPRS), and Peter Matinjal from Parti Kesejahteraan Demokratik Masyarakat (KDM). Other candidates vying for the seat are Dolores Micheal from Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star), Royston Adven of Parti Impian Sabah (PIS), and an independent candidate, Md Harris Md Tahir.
Broader Electoral Context in Sabah

The nomination for the Bongawan seat occurred alongside the announcement for the Membakut seat, which is also set for a 10-cornered contest. In Membakut, GRS is backing incumbent Datuk Dr Mohd Ariffin Mohd Arif, while BN is fielding Rusman Dulamit. The presence of multiple candidates from various political alignments in both constituencies highlights the complex and competitive political landscape in Sabah. The Election Commission has scheduled polling for November 29, with early voting on November 25.

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