Holds a Master’s Degree in Political Science from University of Technology Malaysia (UTM)
Entered politics in 1995 as Pengerusi cawangan PBS Kampung Lalanggut Suasa Beaufort, rising to Ketua Bahagian PBS Lumadan in 1999
Has devoted considerable effort to community engagement, including flood relief efforts in Beaufort and surrounding villages, as well as welfare outreach
In December 2021, elected President of Persatuan Bisaya Bersatu Sabah (PBBS) uncontested
Known for leveraging AI-driven cultural video content to engage with rural constituents and bridge the gap between grassroots voices and policy-making platforms
Appointed State Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister of Sabah (GRS administration) since January 26, 2023
Serving as Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lumadan since September 26, 2020, having won the seat with a 364-vote majority
Held the position of Vice President of PBS since 2003, and PBS Sipitang Divisional Liaison Chief since 1999
Member of the United Sabah Party (PBS), a component of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS). Previously aligned with Barisan Nasional (BN) until 2018
He remains a key figure in PBS leadership and maintains his seat under the GRS coalition
Contested rumors of PBS (including Ruslan) exiting GRS ahead of the state election; he firmly rejected the claims, calling them baseless speculation aimed at destabilizing the coalition Daily Express.
Allegations from UMNO leader accusing Ruslan of acknowledging practices of “stealing members” from other parties when PBS expanded into Sabah. These claims highlight internal tensions within GRS regarding member recruitment tactics Scoop.
