KOTA KINABALU | TUESDAY, 25 AUGUST 2026

The Sabah Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (KSTI) contingent along with departments under its auspices participated in the parade in conjunction with the Sabah State Level Maulidur Rasul SAW 1448H/2026M Celebration Ceremony which was held in Kota Kinabalu on Tuesday. The ceremony organised by the Sabah State Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAINS) was attended by thousands of participants from various walks of life, including government departments, private agencies, educational institutions, uniformed bodies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

The theme of this year's celebration, "Madani Dihayati, Ummah Diberkati", emphasizes the importance of strengthening the values of brotherhood, love, integrity and social responsibility among Muslims to form a harmonious, knowledgeable and morally upright society. Hopefully, this celebration will create an important platform to appreciate the life of the Prophet Muhammad SAW and strengthen the spirit of unity and harmony among the community. Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Datuk Mahali Hassan also joined the procession from Padang Bandaran to SICC.

The Sabah State-level Maulidur Rasul celebration was officiated by Tun Musa Aman, His Excellency the State of Sabah. Also present were the Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor, a line of Ministers and Assistant Ministers, and the Sabah State Secretary.