Mr. Ronny Cham’s post on LinkedIn

Mr. Ronny Cham’s post on LinkedIn

Recently I read a well written article in LinkedIn by Mr. Ronny Cham.

I responded as follows:

Your dissenting view on the SLS decision to initiate legal proceedings against the Federal Government over the 40% revenue entitlement is a well-reasoned and principled stance….

I’m impressed by the eloquence and clarity of this dissenting view. However, I find it surprising that someone capable of crafting such a well-reasoned piece would expect me to rent a meeting hall, cover the costs of professionals brought by the developer, and hire my own lawyer, architect, and engineer just to discuss homeowners’ grievances with the developer.

Read more HERE. 

Today, I commented as follows on Mr.Ronny Cham’s claim: “I remain committed to Sabah’s rights. But I also remain equally committed to the rule of law, constitutional order, and the institutional integrity of the Sabah Bar.”

Your post above eloquently champions the rule of law, constitutional order, and institutional integrity, emphasizing the importance of fighting the right battle in the right forum. These are commendable principles. However, I am struck by the contrast between these words and the actions taken toward the Vistana Heights homeowners.

When we sought a simple meeting with the developer to address serious concerns—such as the missing retaining wall and discrepancies in the as-built survey—you, as their representative, demanded that we rent a hotel meeting hall, hire our own lawyer, solicitor, engineer, architect, surveyor, and reporters, and cover the costs of the developer’s professionals. These conditions were not only unreasonable but effectively blocked any meaningful dialogue, as the meeting never took place.

How do such demands align with the commitment to fairness and due process you so passionately advocate? The homeowners of Vistana Heights, facing safety risks and unfulfilled promises, deserve transparency and accountability, not insurmountable barriers to discussion. I invite you to clarify this disconnect and work toward a resolution that truly upholds the rule of law.