SIBU: Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC) chairman Cr Sempurai Petrus Ngelai recently hosted a Gawai Closing ceremony at his longhouse, Rh. Bunsie Ak Tibon, Sungai Belalang, Salim.
The event, described by Sempurai as the concluding episode of Gawai Dayak celebration, drew the attendance of fellow councillors.
“I’d like to thank everyone for attending.
“It signifies the strong team spirit we have at SRDC, not just working hard together but also coming together for such meaningful celebrations.
“While it marks the close of Gawai festivities, it’s also a time to strengthen unity – among different races, religions, and backgrounds. And for me, the unity we share within the SRDC council is something I’m particularly proud of,” he said.
SRDC secretary Ng Siang Wei, SRDC standing committee chairmen Cr Kevin Lau Kor Jie (Public Health and Environment) and Cr David Entulu (Public Works) were present at the ceremony.
Other councillors included Christopher Kusa, Binit Madang, Colin Tinting, Gilber Angok, Wong Sing Ing, Yong Ing Hock, Johnny Ganning, Minggu Angga, and James Kusau.
