The Sabah Mining Operators Association (PPGS) today called for whistleblower protection for one of its members who exposed an alleged corruption scandal in the state involving mineral exploration licences.

In a statement confirming that the whistleblower, known only as "Albert", is a member of the association, the group drew parallels with the abduction of Pamela Ling and the death of Teoh Beng Hock.

It stressed that, like in those cases, Albert is...