I was pleasantly surprised to receive an email as follows:

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Wolves Among Lions – Now available in PDF

 

A Gripping Exposé on Corruption in Charitable Ranks.

Now Available in PDF for Just $2.00

Dive into Wolves Among Lions, my unflinching 180-page memoir chronicling a harrowing battle for justice and transparency within my former Lions Club chapter in Kota Kinabalu. Fueled by an unwavering commitment to truth, I expose alleged misconduct, mismanagement, and ethical lapses that shatter the organization's sacred motto: We Serve.

 

Answer to Minutes of Meeting dated 8.1.2025

Dear Secretary. April Yip.

Thank you for the minutes of the Meeting dated 8th January 2025

Here is the response by Lion Chin Chee Thau:-

I am aghast and being harassed by the accusations as stated.

Herewith my rebuttals according to the order as listed in the board of directors’ meeting on the 8th of January 2025.BOD? Who were they elected by? They were not duly elected by the members. Do they have the right to take disciplinary action against a member?

1)i1) unauthorised disclosure of internal club matters to a non-lion.

iii1, breaching club confidentiality.

I have done none of the above. 

Lckk Centennial's secretary report

 

Let us examine the Lckk Centennial’s 2023/2024 Secretary’s Report.

At the bottom of the secretary’s report says: 

I have met with the officers of ROS and confirmed that our club does not need to elect officers at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) as our club’s constitution clearly states that we only need to hold an election meeting to elect our new office bearers, and our AGM should be held within 60 days of the close of the financial year end.

Lions Club Controversy

 

In the Lckk Centennial Lions Club, where Dato Winnie Lee serves as Vice District Governor, club officers for 2024/2025 were appointed rather than elected, violating the club’s constitution and Lions Club International’s requirement for elections.

Constitution of the Lions Club of Kota Kinabalu Centennial Club

 

The club's constitution mandates that all Board of Directors members must be elected. Article 2 outlines the election process as follows:

ANNUAL ELECTION:

All officers and Board members are to be elected annually, assuming office on July 1st for a one-year term or until their successors are elected and qualified. The secretary must report the newly elected officers to the International Office within 15 days of the election.

"Care for One". Annie Ho, Which one?

 

The following is my email to Annie Ho, ROS and PCB on 21.3.2025.

"Care for One". Which one?

DG Annie Ho,

I am writing to you with grave concern and mounting frustration. In September 2024, I explicitly raised the issue that no election was conducted for the 2024/2025 office bearers of the Lions Club Kota Kinabalu Centennial. Your dismissive response—that I am not a member and should take it up with LCI—was wholly inadequate. I followed your directive and contacted LCI, only to receive no resolution. This is unacceptable.

Acquisations of PP Chin Chee Thau and his responses (Part 3)

 

Below is part 3 of my (Chin Chee Thau’s) response to the accusation of the board members. (Not duly elected by members of the Club)

3)i3.

A) Repeated dissemination of unsubstantiated allegations about the club in the official group.

 

I object to the above accusation. 

Acquisations of PP Chin Chee Thau and his responses (Part 2)

 

PP Chin Chee Thau was accused of

1. Disclosure of internal club matters to outsiders which resulted in the matters being published in the Daily Express. (Answered in my previous post. LINK)

2. Pestering of the Club Secretary since July 2024.

3. Spreading unsubstantiated allegations.

 

Now, let us see PP Chin’s response one point at a time.

Here is the answer to number 2 above.

Acquisations against PP Chin and his responses

 

A Facebook friend, Dwayne Min Johnson, has been pestering me for proof which I now have.

Let’s start from the very beginning, a very good place to start.

At a directors’ (Not duly elected) meeting the following was tabled:

Decision to take disciplinary action against a member.

Consideration of disciplinary actions against members, including the potential removal of members from the Lions club of Kota Kinabalu Centennial.

The Lions’ Legacy: Nepotism, Excuses, and a Roar That’s More of a Whimper

 

Oh, brace yourselves, folks—the 63rd MD308 Lions Convention is descending upon Melaka, Malaysia, from April 24 to 27, 2025, with all the pomp and circumstance of a high school reunion desperate to prove it’s still relevant. Hosted at the swanky Hatten Hotel and Holiday Inn, the Lions Clubs International (LCI) faithful will gather to pat each other on the back, swap stories of their saintly community service, and, naturally, pretend everything’s just peachy in Lion-land. This year’s theme? “Leave Your Legacy.” Oh, the irony. Because if the current drama is any indication, the legacy they’re leaving smells more like favoritism and flimsy excuses than the noble roar they’re so fond of trumpeting.

The Lions Convention Approaches: Will They Confront Their Problems?

 

The 63rd MD308 Lions Convention is set to take place from April 24 to 27, 2025, in Melaka, Malaysia, hosted at the Hatten Hotel and Holiday Inn. It’s a big event for the Lions Clubs International (LCI), a global service organization known for its community work. Members—often called "Lions"—will gather to celebrate their achievements, network, and plan for the future. On the surface, it’s a polished affair, with Lions proudly showcasing their dedication to service. But beneath the glossy exterior, there’s a troubling issue casting a shadow over the event—one that raises questions about fairness, leadership, and the organization’s integrity.

Lions Club Stonewalling: When a Roar Fades to Silence

 

Lions Clubs International (LCI) stands as a global beacon of community service, built on a foundation of integrity and volunteerism. Its motto, "We Serve," echoes through countless charitable acts worldwide. But what happens when the very rules that guide this noble organization are bent—or outright broken—for personal gain? At the Lions Club of Kota Kinabalu Centennial (LCKK Centennial), the largest club in Sabah, Malaysia, a troubling saga has unfolded, raising questions about fairness, accountability, and the erosion of trust within the Lions’ ranks.

Two Stalemates: Stonewalling, Backfire, and the Cost of Clinging to Beliefs

 

I’ve been mulling over two frustrating matters while weeding in my garden—two situations where people seem to dig in rather than deal with the issues at hand. First, why aren’t the developer and architect in the Vistana Heights case taking the easy way out by buying back my property at market value instead of dragging this to court? Second, why is Lions Clubs International (LCI) not acting against the Lions Club of Kota Kinabalu Centennial Club when I’ve openly pointed out their failure to hold an election meeting, which violates the LCI Constitution? The same question applies to District Governor Annie Ho, who has thrown up hurdles to stop PP Chin Chee Thau from meeting for the Club Dispute Resolution Procedure (CDRP). Let’s unpack these one at a time, exploring how stonewalling, the backfire effect, and a stubborn refusal to think might be at play.

My email to the International President Oliveira of LCI

 

luqman michel 

From:luqmanm2002@yahoo.co.uk

To:District Administration,Member Service Center,ClubOfficers,Legal

Cc:Eurafrican,IberoAmerican,PacificAsian,Seaholm, Emily

Thu 20 Mar at 04:46

 

Hello Ms. Kelly Schearf,

Please pass this email to the International President Fabrício Oliveira.

Dear President Oliveira, 

A LinkedIn post and my comments and responses Part 2

 

Here is a response to my post yesterday that I received after posting in my blog yesterday. LINK

Luqman Michel that’s wonderful. I know a few good ones (Pro-bona lawyers)in Colorado. Let me know and you can tap my network. I am a restorative justice mediator. Let me think about your questions deeply. We shall find a solution. Promise.

I replied immediately:

Fatima Fernandez Wow! Thank you very much. Here is my email to the International President that has yet to be responded to. This may help you to think. 

A LinkedIn post and my comments and responses

 

Here are extracts from a post on LinkedIn I commented on.

But the bank manager didn’t like it. He followed me outside to my car to tell me:

“Because you are not a member, you can’t dialogue with our customers. If you do, you can’t come back.”

At that moment, I had a choice:

i.                    React with racket energy—get defensive, blame, or fight back.

ii.                  Stay in integrity, engage for clarity, and be present to the possibility of something bigger.

Email to DG Annie Ho on her lackadaisical attitude.

                                        Expel an 82 year old member and say 'Care for One'?

This is my email to District Governor Annie Ho. 

If Annie Ho had acted upon my several complaints to her in September 2024, I would not have had to go to the local papers.

My friend, would not have been expelled from his club with trumped-up charges.

Now the whole world knows how Lions Clubs are badly managed because Annie Ho did not do her job as a District Governor. The root cause is the First VDG.

This email was copied to: ClubStatus@lionsclubs.org, esuriyati@gmail.com, tansohhar@gmail.com, lionronny168@gmail.com,datojimmytie@gmail.com,  jteolc@gmail.com,drtantmc@yahoo.com, Yuniezah Marlya. Bt. Yunos,BPA Negeri Sabah

luqman michel 

From:luqmanm2002@yahoo.co.uk

To:annieholions@gmail.com

Fri 21 Mar at 10:25

DG Annie Ho,

I am writing to you with grave concern and mounting frustration. In September 2024, I explicitly raised the issue that no election was conducted for the 2024/2025 office bearers of the Lions Club Kota Kinabalu Centennial. Your dismissive response—that I am not a member and should take it up with LCI—was wholly inadequate. I followed your directive and contacted LCI, only to receive no resolution. This is unacceptable.

Email from LCI Legal and my response

 

On Wednesday, 19 March 2025 at 04:40:32 GMT+8, Seaholm, Emily <emily.seaholm@lionsclubs.org> wrote:

Hello,

I have received multiple emails from you regarding your concerns with local Lions Clubs. As you may be aware, Lions Clubs International (LCI) charters clubs worldwide, but each club operates autonomously. This means that each club is responsible for its own day-to-day management and compliance with applicable laws within its jurisdiction.

Emails to and from Lions International (Part 2)

 

Dear Emily Seaholm,

Further to my email dated 1.3.25, I am writing to you as a concerned citizen deeply troubled by alleged unethical conduct within the Centennial Lions Club District 308A2. While I understand and respect the principle of club autonomy, the gravity of the situation compels me to bring these matters to your attention, as they pose a significant threat to the reputation and ethical standing of Lions Clubs International.

Note to my post on 'Emails to Lions Club International and their responses (Part 1)'

 

Lions Clubs International (LCI) must balance club autonomy with accountability. Autonomy allows local clubs flexibility in daily operations, aligning with LCI’s founding principles of service and local initiative. However, it’s not a shield against oversight for serious misconduct, such as constitutional violations, ethical breaches, or criminal acts like fraud. LCI’s decentralized structure empowers clubs but doesn’t grant immunity.

Emails to Lions Club International and their responses (Part 1)

 

Here is my email to Lions Clubs International, posted here for posterity.

From:luqmanm2002@yahoo.co.uk

To:Lioncassielim@gmail.com,Seaholm, Emily

Cc:Legal,ClubStatus

Thu 27 Feb at 05:12

Dear Emily Seaholm,

Thank you for your prompt response, which I have noted carefully.

I will ensure that the affected member initiates the dispute resolution process. However, I would appreciate your guidance on how to prevent future misconduct by presidents and Vice District Governors (VDGs) of Lions Clubs.

LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION GUIDELINES

What happens when District Governors (DGs) are unaware of the dispute resolution guidelines outlined on the Lions Clubs International (LCI) website? This was the situation my friend faced after being expelled on March 10th, 2025. He attempted to resolve the issue amicably, avoiding the formal Dispute Resolution Procedure (DRP), especially since the DG had arbitrarily set a cost of USD 200 instead of the usual amount of USD 50.