MIRI: A group of Malay villagers in Kampung Usahajaya Tukau near Miri held a peaceful demonstration Sunday (April 28) to highlight their fears over their fate.
The villagers said they have received news that a private developer had acquired a parcel of land for development and that their village will be partially affected.
"The residents want the village to be protected. They said they have received notices that a developer had taken over their land.illagers of Kampung Usahajaya Tukau near Miri holding peaceful demo against land acquisition. -Photo by PAS Sarawak
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