Sabah Minister of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, YB Datuk James bin Ratib, accompanied the Chief Minister of Sabah, YAB Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor, to officiate the Opening Ceremony of the Apas State Religious School (SAN) which took place in Balung, Tawau.

The opening of SAN Apas is a significant achievement in the State Government's ongoing efforts to strengthen the religious education system, thus producing a generation that is not only knowledgeable and competitive, but also morally upright and balanced in terms of worldly and spiritual life. The provision of conducive educational facilities like this is not just about expanding access to learning for children in rural areas, but is a long-term strategic investment in the development of the human capital of the State of Sabah.

In addition, YB Datuk James bin Ratib also attended the Al-Ansar Mosque, Taman Sawit Balung to attend a thanksgiving ceremony with the state leadership and local community. The atmosphere full of goodwill and togetherness clearly reflects the strong spirit of unity and community harmony which is the pillar of our state's strength.

YB Datuk James bin Ratib also expressed his deepest appreciation to all parties involved in making both programs a success and hoped that all these noble efforts would continue to provide blessings and lasting benefits to all Sabahans, in line with the aspiration of Sabah Maju Jaya.