KOTA KINABALU, Dec. 1 -- Sabah Umno has accepted the outcome of the 17th Sabah state election with humility and respect for the people's will, said deputy chief Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Dahlan.

"Yesterday, the people of Sabah spoke. And in a democracy, the voice of the people is sacred.

"On behalf of the leadership of Sabah Umno, I sincerely accept the results of this state election," he said in a Facebook post.

Abdul Rahman also extended his congratulations to the winning parties, reminding them that the mandate they received is a trust from the people.

"To the parties that won, my highest congratulations. The mandate is a responsibility that must be carried with wisdom, humility, and accountability.

"In the end, regardless of party ...