MINISTER of Works, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has been given the responsibility of carrying out the duties and functions of the Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development effective tomorrow.

Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, said the decision was informed by Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Cabinet meeting held last Friday.

“The Prime Minister informed the Cabinet meeting held last Friday that Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, Minister of Works will carry out the duties and functions of the Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development effective December 3, 2025,” he said in a statement today.

Shamsul Azri said that the government would like to express its appreciation and gratitude for all the contributions and services provided by Ewon throughout his tenure as Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development.

Ewon, who is also the President of the United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO), announced his resignation as a Cabinet minister last month.

The Penampang MP’s action came as the party in Sabah prepared for the 17th State Election (PRN).

Ewon was quoted as saying that the decision was made to focus on political affairs in Sabah and strengthen UPKO’s position as a local party in the state’s political landscape. – December 2, 2025