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Passing of Prominent Southern Educator Dato Nide Waba
Justice Committee advisor Pol. Col. Tawee Sodsong visited the family of the late Dato Nide Waba, a respected educator in Pattani, to honor his legacy and reflect on his final concerns regarding regional stability.
On September 4, 2026, Pol. Col. Tawee Sodsong, leader of the Prachachat Party and advisor to the House Committee on Law, Justice, and Human Rights, visited the Saiburi Islamic Wittaya School in Pattani province. The visit was held to offer condolences to the family of Dato Nide Waba, the school’s founder, who passed away on August 31, 2026, at the age of 88.
According to Khaosod Online, Pol. Col. Tawee praised the late educator as a pivotal figure in fostering stability and security in the southern border provinces. During the visit, it was revealed that Dato Nide Waba had expressed final concerns regarding the legal case of Kamolsak, urging stakeholders to avoid repeating past cycles of violence.
For residents and visitors in the Deep South, this event highlights the significant influence of local educational leaders in maintaining community cohesion. While the passing of such a prominent figure is a moment of reflection for the region, the long-term impact of his final warnings on local legal and social stability remains to be seen. Observers are waiting to see how these sentiments will influence ongoing regional dialogues. No further details regarding the specific legal proceedings mentioned have been confirmed at this time.