His outspoken and strong stand on many issues won the hearts of Sabahans, who often shared his sentiments on state rights. “The spirit of Adenan must go on,” Yu Tian Long, another Sabahan, posted on Facebook as confirmation of Adenan's death broke nationwide on Wednesday afternoon. “He was a tenacious leader in safeguarding the interest of his beloved state Sarawak. "Adenan's death will be a great loss to Sarawak and those who admire him in Sabah,’’ he added. Sabah leaders including, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Aman, are scheduled to attend Adenan’s funeral Thursday.

Source: The Star January 11, 2017 09:33 UTC