ALOR STAR – The development of the infrastructure in Alor Star is among the agendas of former Kedah Public Works Department director Datuk Nordin Yunus, who is contesting in the 15th general election (GE15) as an independent candidate.
Nordin, who is using the tree symbol, is determined to bring about changes and improve the living standards of the people here through his “Integrity, Professionalism, and Accountability” agenda if given the mandate in GE15.
Nordin, 69, sees the city’s infrastructure, especially the traffic system, as “messy” and in need of an upgrade for the comfort of users.
“As a local boy I received strong support from the local community despite not having any party at the moment. Let the voters in Alor Star see who the candidates contesting are.
“The important thing is that we have to assess the candidates’ abilities. Are they able to provide development for the people in this area?” he asked when met campaigning at Pasar Kg Berjaya here today.
Another independent candidate, Sofan Feroza Md Yusup, 43, aims to solve the problems faced by petty traders and small entrepreneurs in the city who still need various forms of assistance to run their businesses.
He is running with the support of the Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association (PPIM) and will also focus on helping the poor, including single mothers and the disabled.
“If I win, thank God. I have no party and I have nothing. I am just an Alor Star person only helped by acquaintances and the support of PPIM,” said the businessman, who is also a former Kedah State Sports Council Taekwondo coach.
Sofan also wishes to enliven sports activities in Alor Star through the provision of various sports complexes and arenas as well as recreational facilities that can be used by people of all ages.
The Alor Star parliamentary seat is seeing a seven-cornered battle involving Nordin and Sofan with five other candidates, namely Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden (Perikatan Nasional), Datuk Mohamad Nuhairi Rahmat (Pejuang), Datuk Fadzil Hanafi (Warisan), Tan Chee Hiong (Barisan Nasional), and Simon Ooi Tze Min (Pakatan Harapan). – Bernama, November 12, 2022
