Physical Altercation in the Assembly (November 2024)
Sarifuddin apologized after an incident where he punched fellow ADUN Norazlinah Arif during a state assembly sitting. He later stated it was unintentional, made in passing, and offered an apology.
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Environmental Advocacy (June 2025)
Urged the state government to halt gold mining operations conducted by Wullersdorf Resources Sdn Bhd due to a hazardous wastewater spill (suspected sodium cyanide contamination) and the failure to conduct a fresh Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Daily Express
Call for Transparency in Bond Repayment (August 2025)
Criticized the state government’s handling of a RM1 billion bond repayment, urging for open accountability and challenging figures presented by the current administration.
The Vibes
Response to Corruption Allegations (November 2024)
Emphasized WARISAN’s dedication to integrity when addressing large-scale graft allegations that shook public trust—urging the MACC to conduct a transparent investigation.
The Star
Sabah Mineral License
In a fiery 2025 State Budget session, Sarifuddin pressed Chief Minister Hajiji Noor to clarify the process for issuing mineral licenses—asking for specifics on approval authority, districts, and beneficiaries. His interruptions prompted the Deputy Speaker to mute microphones and call for decorum. The incident epitomized tensions between transparency and legislative order.
Borneo Post Online
Called for MACC Probe Over Viral Corruption Audio
Event: Upon a viral recording hinting at large-scale corruption involving elected representatives, Sarifuddin urged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to act swiftly and transparently. His statement underlined the erosion of public trust and called for accountability among elected officials.
The Star
Told to “Be Quiet and Sit Down” in State Assembly (Cost of Living Debate)
Event: During a Sabah State Legislative Assembly sitting, Sarifuddin repeatedly pushed for debates on food security and cost-of-living matters. The Speaker, Datuk Kadzim Yahya, firmly responded, “Be quiet and sit down,” stating the issue had already been addressed. The public and media flagged this exchange as a sign of political frustration and poor decorum.
The Star
