Kuala Lampur, Nov. 12 -- Yesterday I wrote that the Attorney General (AG) must discharge his constitutional duties with candour, while ensuring that every piece of advice given is consistent with the provisions of the Federal Constitution, the supreme law of the land.

He must discharge his duties without fear or favour as well.

The AG must also ensure that all organs of the government respect and abide by the provisions of the Federal Constitution.

So, kudos to the AG for being candid in his advice to the Cabinet with regards to Sabah's constitutional entitlement to 40 per cent of federal revenue collected from the state.

Article 112C of the Federal Constitution clearly states that the States of Sabah and Sarawak are entitled to, in r...