Robert Tawik @ Nordin

• Date of birth: 1 Sept 1962 (Bingkor, Keningau).
• Education: SMK Gunsanad, Keningau. No info on tertiary studies.

• Assistant Minister of Works, Sabah (2020–present)
• Member of the Legislative Assembly, N40 Bingkor (2018–present).
• Deputy President, STAR (2021–present).

• Assistant Minister of Works, Sabah (since 8 Oct 2020).
• Member of the Legislative Assembly for N40 Bingkor (since 9 May 2018); re-elected in 2020 with a 5,070 majority.
• Deputy President (Muslim Bumiputera), STAR (since 22 Oct 2021; retained in 2024).
• Homeland Solidarity Party (STAR); component of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS). Formerly sat with Perikatan Nasional bloc (2020–2022).

Accusations from Malaysiakini: In June 2025, a Malaysiakini report alleged that Robert Tawik was involved in mining-related misconduct—specifically applications for mineral exploration licenses and receiving related funds. The report followed video and document submissions by a whistleblower to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Borneo Post Onlinesuaraborneo.my.

Tawik’s Response: He strongly denied the allegations, calling them politically motivated, malicious, and baseless. He reaffirmed his innocence and stated that he’d fully cooperate with any investigation Sinar Harian+1Borneo Post Online+1borneonews.net+1suaraborneo.my.

Call for Mature Politics: He urged that politics move away from slander and toward constructive, responsible discourse for Sabah’s benefit Borneo Post Online+1Nabalu News.

Summary: The main controversy centers on allegations tied to mining license misconduct.

Borneo Post: “Robert Tawik also denies involvement in mining scandal” (1 Jul 2025)
https://www.theborneopost.com/2025/07/01/robert-tawik-also-denies-involvement-in-mining-scandal/

Sinar Harian: “Timbalan Presiden STAR nafi terlibat skandal rasuah…” (1 Jul 2025)
https://www.sinarharian.com.my/article/736517/berita/politik/timbalan-presiden-star-nafi-terlibat-skandal-rasuah-adun-sabah

Focus Malaysia: “Six prominent Sabah politicians are also implicated in RM4mil mining scandal” (28 Jun 2025)
https://focusmalaysia.my/six-prominent-sabah-politicians-are-also-implicated-in-rm4mil-mining-scandal/

The Vibes: “Sabah DCM I denies RM1.78m mining scandal claim…” (29 Jun 2025) – broader context on allegations involving STAR/PBS leaders
https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/109944/sabah-dcm-i-denies-rm1-78m-mining-scandal-claim-calls-it-political-smear

Daily Express: “Report lodged against portal” (6 Jul 2025) – party figures say allegations are defamatory; legal action mooted
https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/261880/report-lodged-against-portal/

Infrastructure & Public Works

• Supplied a 1,200-gallon static tank for Kampung Tonobon Baru to assist with clean water delivery during dry spells Daily Express.
• Overseen construction of a bypass bridge removing outdated Bailey infrastructure and serving around 2,000 residents in 15 neighboring villages sabahgazette.com.

Support for Agriculture & Rural Communities

• Defended RM36 million funding allocated to improve rural agricultural infrastructure—drainage, flood mitigation, land rehabilitation—for padi farmers, stating that it goes beyond mere political posturing Borneo Post Onlineborneonews.net.

Sports & Youth Development

• Advocated for upgrading the sports complex to meet growing youth participation Daily Express.
• Distributed financial aid to the Keningau District Education Office for a school-level performance competition and sponsored the Crocz Rugby Club’s regional tournament Nabalu News.