Lok kawi: A total of 35 public, private, and media agencies and organisations took part in a shooting event organised by the Fifth Infantry Division (5th Division) at the Lok Kawi Camp pistol range here today. 5th Division Commander Major General Datuk Noorrul Azril Ariffin stated that the annual event was held to appreciate the ongoing support and collaboration from the division's strategic partners.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, participating agencies included the Sabah National Security Council (MKN), Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK), Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM), and the Sabah Information Department. Major General Datuk Noorrul Azril Ariffin emphasized that the platform helps strengthen ties between agencies and organisations in Sabah and recognises those who have supported their operational duties.

He further mentioned that the division is considering extending future invitations to retired military personnel, acknowledging their past contributions to national defence. The programme began with a safety briefing and prayer, followed by 10- and 20-metre alignment drills and a 20-metre steel plate shooting competition.