Speaking to a crowd of thousands at the final leg of the Sejiwa Senada public event here, Adenan said the decision was made to honour the sacrifices and contributions made by Sarawak’s past leaders who had fought to free the state from the British reign.
It also meant to further educate the public of the state’s history, he added.
July 22 is the day in 1963 when Britain granted Sarawak self-government in preparation for the state joining Sabah, Singapore and Malaya to form Malaysia. The new federation came into being on Sept 16.
The news is expected to bring joy for over two million Sarawakians especially as Adenan had toyed with the possibility for the past couple of months.
Adenan again pleaded with voters to give him an opportunity to serve for a full term as chief minister. Adenan took over two years ago when Taib Mahmud resigned to become Governor. He will be defending his Tanjung Datu seat in the state elections taking place on May 7.
“Let’s work together for this state election and see what is wrong and right. Let’s remain united and unison in our fight for a greater Sarawak,” he said.
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