Suhaimi Bin Nasir
Libaran (P184)
Age 56
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- Date of Birth: 9 October 1969, born in Sandakan, Sabah
- Holds a Degree in Agriculture from Bogor Agricultural University (IPB), Indonesia
- No other academic credentials publicly documented.
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Member of Parliament for Libaran since 19 November 2022, elected under UMNO (Barisan Nasional) with a majority of 12,618 votes
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Simultaneously serves as a Nominated MLA in the Sabah State Legislative Assembly since 8 October 2020, representing BN within the GRS-led administration
Holds key leadership roles within UMNO Sabah:
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Current Libaran Division Chief
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State Information Chief, overseeing party communication and messaging strategy, particularly digital outreach
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Instrumental in mobilizing social media machinery for UMNO Sabah ahead of state elections, focusing on engaging younger constituents and combating political misinformation
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Constituency Service: Took office pledged to resolve welfare-related issues in Libaran, including access to assistance for children with disabilities and broader welfare programs
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Fisherfolk Empowerment: Advocated ensuring no local fishing communities are left behind. Urged expansion of subsidies, digital marketing of local produce, and community inclusion in marine development efforts
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Unity & Public Outreach: Actively participated in community events such as open houses, promoting racial harmony and inclusivity across diverse communities in Sabah
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Positioned as a leading voice calling for renewal within UMNO Sabah, urging the party to adapt to a changing political climate while preserving integrity and people-centric policies
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Vocal critic of political opportunism, particularly calling out leaders who abandon party principles for personal ambition, emphasizing loyalty and discipline within the party’s ranks
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Challenged leadership decisions in state-linked entities like SEDCO, warning against non‑local appointments that undermine Bumiputera economic empowerment and Sabah’s development mission
- Member of Parliament for Libaran (Sabah) since 19 November 2022, representing UMNO under Barisan Nasional (BN). He won the seat with a majority of 12,618 votes
- Nominated Member of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly (MLA) since October 8, 2020, appointed as part of the GRS-led state government’s nominated seats
- Held leadership roles within Sabah UMNO, including serving as State Information Chief and Division Chief for Libaran
- Business and civic engagement roles include serving on the Board of Directors of Kinabalu International Hotel (Hyatt Kinabalu) and SEDCO (2007–2018), and as Vice‑President of Sabah Tourism Board (2013–2018). He also served on Sandakan Municipal Council (2013–2018) and held a post with Buroq Oil Board (IPTB)
“Stolen” party members accusation (Nov 2023)
Suhaimi, as UMNO Sabah’s Information Chief, alleged that Parti Bersatu Sabah (Bersatu) had registered Sabah UMNO members as their members without consent — effectively “stealing” them using their personal data.
ScoopMalay Mail
Warning against secession talk (Sept 2024)
Suhaimi called for authorities to act against individuals propagating ideas about Sabah leaving Malaysia, calling it seditious and a threat to national harmony.
The StarSabah Digest
Skepticism over poverty eradication claims (Aug 2024)
He expressed doubts about the state government’s assertion that extreme poverty had been eliminated, demanding transparency and data to support such claims.
Sabah Digest
No talks with Warisan coalition (Feb 2025)
Suhaimi firmly denied any negotiations or agreements between UMNO Sabah and Parti Warisan, calling speculation “baseless.”
Malay Mail
5. Withdrawal of support from CM Hajiji (Aug 2025)
He described UMNO’s withdrawal of political support for Chief Minister Hajiji Noor as a consequence of “broken agreements” rather than betrayal.
Malay Mail
Criticism of SEDCO leadership appointment (Apr 2025)
He publicly reproached the appointment of a non-Bumiputera to a key leadership post in SEDCO, citing a departure from the agency’s original mission to uplift native Sabahans.
borneovox.com
Political strategy commentary on UMNO-PH discourse (Apr 2025)
Suhaimi framed discussions around UMNO collaborating with PH (Pakatan Harapan) as a strategic political move to influence media narrative and voter sentiment ahead of elections.
MalaysiaGazette
Advocated for infrastructure and basic amenities in Sabah — criticized the disconnect between timber revenue and lack of services like clean water, stable electricity, and usable roads.
The Star