Based on official results from Sabah General Election 16th (2020) and 17th (2025), this analysis examines SAPP’s performance and voter dynamics in urban constituencies. Minor parties and independents are consolidated under “Others” for clarity.
Luyang Constituency
2020
- Warisan (DAP candidate under Warisan banner) | 15,510 | 90.6%
- SAPP (under PN banner) | 989 | 5.8%
- Others | 728 | 3.6%
2025
- Warisan | 11,942| 61.3%
- PH | 5,243 | 26.9%
- SAPP | 1,621 | 8.3%
- Others | 697 | 3.6%
Observations
- WARISAN’s apparent drop in 2025 reflects PH separating from Warisan Plus; combined Warisan + PH is 88.2%, slightly lower than 2020.
- SAPP grew independently from 5.8% → 8.3%, showing an emerging urban foothold.
Likas Constituency
2020
- Warisan (DAP/PH candidate under Warisan banner) | 8,173 | 87.1%
- BN (with SAPP/PN + PBS + BN bloc) | 656 | 7.0%
- Others | 652 | 5.9%
2025
- Warisan | 5,768 | 56.3%
- DAP/PH | 3,343 | 32.6%
- SAPP | 837 | 8.2%
- Others | 295 | 2.9%
Observations
- SAPP captured 8.2% in its first contest, partly from previous BN/MCA votes, establishing an independent support base.
- PH’s strong performance as DAP Sabah Chairman contest here demonstrates high-profile leadership influence.
- Combined Warisan + PH share (2025) is 88.9%, slightly above Warisan Plus in 2020, indicating urban bloc loyalty remains largely intact.
General SAPP Strength
- Urban foothold: Consistently ~8% in both Luyang and Likas.
- Independent appeal: Growth occurs without coalition backing; shows ability to attract voters from minor parties and previous BN proxies.
- Target base: Urban Chinese voters and those seeking alternatives to the dominant Warisan + PH bloc.
- Potential for expansion: SAPP is establishing a niche segment that could grow with credible candidates and visibility.
Conclusion
SAPP’s 2025 performance demonstrates stable and independent support in urban constituencies. Warisan’s apparent decline is largely a mechanical effect of PH separating, while the overall urban voter base remains consistent. SAPP’s consistent ~8% share reflects a credible urban alternative for voters dissatisfied with the dominant blocs.