Trevor Marinking – Secretary General
KOTA KINABALU : – Parti Kerjasama Anak Negeri (ANAK NEGERI) today announced key appointments signaling a renewed commitment to youth leadership and party revitalization.
These strategic changes underscore the party’s dedication to integrating and empowering the next generation of leaders.
The new appointments are:
1. Trevor Maringking, 43, as the new Secretary-General.
2. Priskila Akwila, 29, as the new Women’s Chief.
3. Nazarul K. Wahab, (42, as the new Youth Chief.
4. Datin Seri Ruzi Saul, 46, appointed to the Supreme Council.
Parti ANAK NEGERI believes that investing in the next generation is not merely an option, but a vital necessity for the continued strength and relevance of, not only the party, but also in shaping the political landscape in Sabah.
For too long, political discourse has been dominated by established voices in government and opposition. While their experience is invaluable, true progress requires a blend of youthful dynamism, enthusiasm, wisdom and fresh perspectives.
“By actively recruiting and nurturing young talent, we are ensuring that Parti ANAK NEGERI will be more vibrant, innovative, and deeply connected to the evolving needs and aspirations of all citizens, especially those who will shape our future – the youths” said Datuk Henrynus.
Parti ANAK NEGERI commitment to youth leadership will involve concrete initiatives, including:
1. Leadership training.
2. Mentorship.
3. Youth forums or dialogs on policy issues.
4. Opportunities for leadership roles within party committees.
5. Nomination of youth as election candidates.
Henrynus Amin, emphasized the significance of these appointments.
He said, Trevor Maringking, a practicing lawyer, will be assigned tasks to spearhead the party’s reorganisation and renewal program.
He said Trevor has also been appointed as the Chief party coordinator for Tuaran and which incidentally his late father, Yunof Maringking was formerly the Member of Parliament for Tuaran.
Priskila Akwila, a 29-year-old lawyer from Kota Belud, who earlier joined Parti ANAK NEGERI and was appointed a member of the Supreme Council, is now entrusted further to take on the role of the Party’s Women’s chief.
Nazarul K. Wahab steps in as the new Youth Chief, replacing Bonik Gatindus who will assigned as the Deputy Youth Chief.
Nazarul will also head the party’s coordinating committee for N36 Kundasang.
Additionally, Datin Seri Ruzi Saul representing Kalabakan has been appointed to the Supreme Council.
“With these appointments, the party will actively seek to recruit more leaders especially the younger generation to join in the ranks”.
“We continue to invite and welcome all young, passionate individuals who believe in our values to join us in shaping a more inclusive and dynamic political landscape for Sabah, Malaysia.”
“This is not just a matter only for this coming election but rather to shape and prepare the leaders of tomorrow by trusting them now to learn and take action from today.”
“Party ANAK NEGERI firmly believes that action speaks louder than words and for Sabah to be rid of recycled politicians in government leadership positions in future, the younger generation must be entrusted with responsibilities or given the opportunity to lead and be empowered from the earliest time possible.”
“We trust the process and are investing for a better Sabah in the coming years since the leaders of tomorrow are the youths of today,” Henrynus said.