On May 31, 2025, the grand finale of the Kaamatan Festival at Hongkod Koisaan in Penampang witnessed the crowning of Atitih Yatih Robert from Tamparuli as the 65th Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan. She emerged victorious among 51 finalists representing various districts across Sabah and beyond.
🏆 Final Results:
- Winner: Atitih Yatih Robert (Tamparuli)
- 1st Runner-up: Elka Alika Pijeh (Tambunan)
- 2nd Runner-up: Celarin Jenny (Kiulu)
- Top 7 Finalists:
- Rini Swanda Jukilin (Beluran)
- Steavaynie Ginadus (Beaufort)
- Jenylin Janis (Ranau)
- Evanatie Sannie (Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu)
🎁 Prizes Awarded to the Winner:
- RM15,000 cash prize
- Tiara, sash, trophy, and bouquet sponsored by Sawit Kinabalu Group
- Scholarships from ATI and NBUC worth RM35,000
- RM2,500 cash
- Haircare and skincare products
- PHI Dental’s ClearCorrect aligner treatment valued at RM20,000
- One-year rice supply from Sazarice
- 3-day, 2-night stay at Taman Badukan Riverside Resort
- Return flight tickets to South Korea sponsored by Trippo
💡 Innovation in Judging:
This year’s pageant introduced e-Unduk, a digital scoring system developed by Sabahan IT expert and PhD researcher Ts. Aedeshie Daisy Rayner. The system employs scientific algorithms to enhance transparency and public confidence in the judging process.
The Unduk Ngadau pageant is a cherished tradition that celebrates the beauty, intelligence, and cultural heritage of Sabah’s indigenous women. Congratulations to Atitih Yatih Robert and all the finalists for their outstanding representation of Sabah’s rich cultural tapestry.
