Sabah Umno has stepped up its criticism of Chief Minister Hajiji Noor, accusing him of failing to govern the state effectively and allowing corruption scandals to tarnish government institutions.

Sabah Umno strategic communications director Datu Rosman Datu Ahir Zaman said the people of Sabah must be wise in evaluating the government’s performance, claiming that alleged corruption and abuse of power have cast a shadow over the state administration.

“The statement by the MACC chief commissioner is...