Following the unauthorized sit-in-protest document circulating on social media, NCD’s Metropolitan Superintendent Silva Sika has come out to reaffirm that the role of law enforcement is to ensuring peace and stability, amid rising tension brought about by misleading information. Sika stated this in an interview with PNG HAUSBUNG today, Monday 3rd March 2025. He addressed concerns about misinformation, stating, “fake opportunities on social media are being used to cause diversion and unrest in the city.” Met. Supt. Sika made it clear that the police are actively working to investigate the source of this false information and identify the group of…
Author: E'lle- Gore YASI
The Prime Minister James Marape paid tribute and acknowledged the Late Trevan Clough for his immense contributions to Papua New Guinea’s business sector and the lasting legacy he has left behind. PM Marape paid this tribute in a statement released today, Sunday 2nd February 2025. “For more than 57 years, Trevan Clough dedicated his life to the growth and success of the Brian Bell Group, contributing immensely to the business sector in Papua New Guinea,” Prime Minister Marape stated. He acknowledged Mr. Clough’s pivotal role in shaping the company from its early days alongside Sir Brian Bell to its nationwide…
The Family Sexual Violence Action Committee (FSVAC) Chair, Ruth Kissam and Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council (CIMC) Executive Officer Wallis Yakam, are pushing for women and girls across the nation to celebrate independence while reflecting on the struggles and achievements within the 50 years. Chair Kissam and Executive Officer Yakam stressed this in a joint statement from the CIMC Office on Friday 28th February. Kissam stressed that despite the challenges, progress has been made in politics, education, and leadership, but violence against women continues to undermine these gains. “Women should be stepping forward to celebrate 50 years because of the…
The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNG) and Pacific International Hospital (PIH) will conduct a standard Health Check activity scheduled for Tuesday, March 4th, 2025, from 8:00 am 11:00 pm at Boroko Police Station, Port Moresby city. Over 700 police personnel will be evaluated with essential health services, including Body Mass Index (BMI) assessments, Glucose Random Blood Sugar (GRBS) tests, and Blood Pressure (BP) monitoring. In a proactive effort to support the health services, PIH demonstrates a steadfast commitment to the health and well-being of those who protect our communities, symbolizing a significant Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) effort. An additional…
Eastern Highlands Province (EHP) Governor Simon Sia has assured the families of two slain policemen that justice will be pursued following their brutal murder in Southern Highlands Province (SHP). Governor Sia made this announcement in a recent statement. According to the statement, Governor Sia confirms receiving the petition from relatives during the roadblock. Sia pledged to deliver it to the relevant authorities. “In the presence of the Provincial Administrator, Mr. Allen Los, and the Security forces on the ground, I received the petition on behalf of the National and Southern Highlands Provincial Government.” “The petition will be delivered to the…
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…
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…