{
  "id": 10813474,
  "title": "Urus risiko keselamatan supaya konsert Houghton berlangsung aman, kata Salleh",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/urus-risiko-keselamatan-supaya-konsert-houghton-berlangsung-aman-kata-10813474",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T23:50:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2026/09/30/urus-risiko-keselamatan-supaya-konsert-houghton-berlangsung-aman-kata-salleh"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Sabah Chief Minister Salleh Said Keruak stated that safety concerns surrounding Israeli gospel singer Israel Houghton's concert in Kota Kinabalu should be addressed with appropriate measures to ensure the event remains secure. The concerns were raised by Police Chief Jauteh Dikun, who emphasized the need to consider the issue seriously as the authorities are best positioned to assess risks to public safety and propose necessary precautions. Salleh maintained that the concerns should not automatically preclude the concert from taking place. The primary question is whether these concerns can be managed through appropriate safety and vigilance measures, he said on Facebook.\n\nHe added that all relevant factors should be taken into account before making a final decision regarding the concert's promotion. Houghton has a fanbase within the Christian community, including in Sabah. Sabah has long been known for its tolerant approach towards religion and harmonious coexistence among its diverse communities. This tradition should continue to be upheld. If safety concerns can be addressed appropriately, the focus should be on ensuring the concert proceeds responsibly and safely rather than continuing to hinder its execution, Salleh said.\n\nOn the previous Sunday, Sabah police indicated they would advise the state government to postpone the Houghton concert for the time being should a formal request for its approval be submitted. Jauteh noted that the decision was influenced by public reaction and community sensitivity, alongside two police reports received regarding the event. The government has not yet received the formal request, despite the concert's promotion with details on date, location, and ticket pricing. Houghton, an American contemporary gospel singer, songwriter, and musician, is known for his work with the group Israel & New Breed.",
  "summary": "Bekas ketua menteri Sabah itu berkata kebimbangan keselamatan perlu diberi perhatian, namun semua faktor wajar dipertimbangkan sebelum keputusan muktamad dibuat.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Urus risiko keselamatan supaya konsert Houghton berlangsung aman, kata Salleh",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/urus-risiko-keselamatan-supaya-konsert-houghton-berlangsung-aman-kata",
        "published": "2026-09-29T23:50:58.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}