PENAMPANG: June 6, 2026 – Half a century after the Double Six tragedy that claimed the lives of several Sabah leaders, the Assemblyman for Moyog, Datuk Donald Stephen Peter Mojuntin, has reminded that the event is not merely a memory but a stern warning to continue defending the rights and dignity of this state.
In a statement marking the 50th anniversary of the tragedy, he said that on June 6, 1976, Sabah lost leaders who had dedicated themselves to the state and its people.
“Though five decades have passed, their contributions, sacrifices and fighting spirit remain alive in our memory,” he said.
He stressed that the Double Six tragedy carries an important message – Sabah’s future must be guided by courage, unity and a commitment to defend the state’s rights and interests.
According to Mojuntin, this spirit forms the foundation of today’s ‘Sabah First’ struggle – not to separate Sabah from Malaysia, but to ensure that the rights enshrined in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and the Federal Constitution are fully respected.
“The struggle to claim the 40% entitlement, the powers guaranteed to Sabah, equitable development, and respect for Sabah’s position within the Federation of Malaysia is part of this generation’s responsibility to continue the legacy of those who came before us,” he said.
He also called on the people of Sabah not to be divided in the face of current challenges.
“We must stand together as one big family, transcending differences of race, religion and political affiliation. Only through unity can we strengthen Sabah’s voice and ensure a better future for our children.”
“Sabah United, Sabah First. Lest We Forget.”
The Double Six tragedy occurred on June 6, 1976, when a Nomad Nuri aircraft crashed in Sembulan, Kota Kinabalu, killing the then Chief Minister, Tun Fuad Stephens, along with several ministers and government officials. – TV Sabah
