The Prime Minister James Marape alongside member for Tari-Pori commended Tari police for swiftly arresting the suspect in the fatal stabbing of a high school teacher in Tari, Hela Province. Prime Minister Marape made this statement today, Saturday 1st March 2025. Prime Minister Marape, in a personal message, said he was deeply aggrieved by the news of the death of the young teacher at his school, Hope Institute in Tari. He expressed deep sorrow to the family of Mr. Rickson Poko, a young teacher from Hope Institute, who was senselessly stabbed while trying to stop an argument. He highlighted Poko’s…
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National Capital District (NCD) and Central Province Police will be on high alert to monitor closely public movement and behaviour following fake sit-in-protest circulated on social media. NCD and Central Commander, acting Assistant Commissioner of Police (A/ACP) Benjamin Turi made this announcement in a statement today 1st, March 2024, issuing his direct into immediate effect on Monday 3rd 2025. Commander Turi instructed his commanders to monitor people regarding a circulated document about a sit-in protest. He confirmed that the police had not received any official notice about this protest. Any unnotified public gathering is considered illegal, and participants will be…
The ExxonMobil PNG announced the handover and inauguration of the Papa Courthouse in Papa Village, Central Province. The event marked an important milestone critical toward national efforts to strengthen and stabilizing Law and Order in the nation, in this case, in Papa and its surrounding communities. LNG Plant Manager Mr. Brent Decker, who participated in the handover stated, “EMPNG recognizes the critical role village courts play in PNG’s legal system as they bring justice directly to communities.” “The ability to resolve disputes locally, without traveling to distant courts, directly contributes to strengthening communities and preserving community harmony.” Decker thanked key…
Enga Provincial Government has strongly condemned the recent murder of teacher in Hela Province and torching of a Mapai Transport Vehicle in Western Highlands. This announcement was addressed in a recent statement from the Office of Enga Governor Peter Ipatas on 28th February 2025. This alarming concern highlights the recent death of an Engan teacher in Hela Province and a Mapai Transport vehicle torched at Kuli Gap in Western Highlands. “Enga’s issues are internal, stemming from tribal conflicts within Enga, rather than with other provinces.” “We have lost a promising young life in late Mr. Rickson Poko.” “The young Enga…
Maggi PNG Golden Ticket Promo Team announced the latest Cash-Prize winner in Kimbe, West New Britain from Kimbe Shopping Center. The winner, Dorothy Alpage is a resident originally from Western and Gulf Provinces, she today became the latest lucky winner of the Maggi PNG Golden Ticket Promotion, walking away with K20,000. Dorothy’s incredible stroke of luck came unexpectedly while preparing dinner on Thursday, February 27th, 2025. Earlier that day, she had visited Kimbe Shopping Centre to grab a snack but changed her mind and opted for a packet of Maggi noodles instead. That small decision led her to a life-changing…
The Prime Minister James Marape urges for order and restoration amongst the unrest along the Highway of Eastern Highland Province. The Prime Minister made this announcement in a statement today 28th February 2025, following the retaliation over killings of two policemen in southern Highlands Province. Prime Minister Marape conveyed hi heartfelt sympathies to the families of the slain officers and assured them that the police investigation is ongoing. He urged the Minister for Police and the Commissioner of Police to provide an update and ensure prompt arrests. Prime Minister Marape has appealed to the families and tribes of the two…
Australia provided a PGK76 million grant to develop the new Buin District Hospital serving over 50,000 people, celebrating Australia’s continued support to the people of Bougainville. The event was a groundbreaking ceremony focused on enhancing the health sector in the autonomous region of Bougainville. The new Hospital will be part of a wider network of health facilities in Bougainville, supported by Australia, including health posts in Orami, Kodora, Karato, Kakusida, and a new health centre at Soroken. Buin District Hospital when complete, will be able to provide the following services: Medical imaging and physiotherapy services. Dental and surgical services, Maternal…
Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited (KPHL) will host its annual Charity Golf Challenge to raise funds to once again purchase cancer treatment drugs at the Lae Golf Club, tomorrow on Friday 28th February 2025. Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited’s Executive General Manager Corporate Affairs, Luke Liria, said the event is to support the National Cancer Services Unit at the ANGAU Memorial Hospital in Lae. “Patients who are diagnosed at the Cancer Unit need medication for treatment and we understand that there are times when supplies of chemotherapy drugs are low, so proceeds of our golf tournament are purposely used to address that…
The UPNG School of Business and Public Policy (SBPP) representative Mr. Samson Psalmist Maim acknowledged the legacy of Sir Michael and the immense potential of today’s generation in shaping the nation’s future. Mr. Maim addressed this at the University of Papua New Guinea’s 4th Commemoration of the Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare on the 26th February 2025. Drawing inspiration from biblical references, Mr. Maim likened the transition of leadership from Sir Michael’s generation to the present as the shift from a “Moses leadership” to a “Joshua generation.” Mr. Maim stressed that while the pioneers of PNG’s independence (Moses…
The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) Acting Registrar, Professor Lekshmi N. Pillai, delivered a heartfelt tribute at the UPNG’s fourth commemoration Ceremony of Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare at UPNG Forum Square in the evening of the 26th February, 2025. His speech reflected on Sir Michael’s enduring legacy and his pivotal role in shaping Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) independence and national unity. Professor Pillai expressed his personal reflections on the Grand Chief, acknowledging his brief yet meaningful encounters with Sir Michael during the latter’s frequent visits to UPNG. He emphasized the unique qualities that earned him the…