Kota kinabalu: Chairman of the Main Committee for the 2025 National Day and Sabah Day Celebrations, Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun, today criticized the reluctance of some individuals in the state to purchase the Jalur Gemilang, as they prefer to wait for free flags to display. He emphasized the importance of reflecting on spending priorities, noting that while many are willing to spend on personal interests, they hesitate to invest in something as meaningful as the national flag.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Masidi encouraged Malaysians to wholeheartedly fly the Jalur Gemilang during National Day celebrations. He urged citizens to demonstrate their patriotism spontaneously, without waiting to be asked or forced to buy the national flag. He stressed the significance of showcasing love and loyalty to the nation by proudly displaying the flag throughout the National Month.

Masidi also reminded citizens to nurture the unity and peace the country currently enjoys, emphasizing the importance of preserving these values for future generations. He extended an invitation to the public to participate in the state-level 2025 National Day celebration on the morning of August 31 at Jalan Tun Fuad Stevens.

The celebration promises various interesting events, including Sabah Day in the evening. The Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah, Tun Musa Aman, and Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor are scheduled to attend the celebration at 7:30 am.