Rabaul MP Dr. Allan Marat has called on district officers to responsibly manage the new fleet of government assets he recently presented to the Rabaul District Administration. Marat stressed that the vehicles and boats should be used for their intended purposes to serve the district’s needs. “These are government assets given to us, and we must use them wisely.” “Public servants have been tagged with different names over the years for not looking after public properties – we have to change this trend.” Dr. Marat donated three new vehicles and two 23-foot outboard motors to support district operations and community…
Author: Joshua ARLO
Hubert Namani, President of the PNG Law Society, has issued a statement and urgently called on the government to mobilize the Defence Force to assist in curbing escalating violence and lawlessness across the nation, with particular concern for Enga Province and East New Britain. “The escalating lawlessness and violence in Enga Province, as well as other hotspots across the country, has reached an unprecedented and dangerous level,” Namani stated. He urged the government to exercise its powers under Section 204 of the Constitution to initiate a Defence Force call-out, saying that “immediate and decisive action is necessary to restore order,…
Papua New Guinea League (PNGRL) needs a Manager of National Schools and Youth Competitions, a critical role as the country continues to pursue a successful bid to enter the prestigious NRL competition. This newly created position is central to the growth and future of rugby league in the country, according to PNGRL. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing and supporting Junior School Competitions in five key locations across the country, developing pathways for young talent and ensuring the sport’s long-term success. As PNG aims to strengthen its rugby league program, this role is vital to creating opportunities for the…
Hiri-Koiari MP, Keith Iduhu, has strongly criticized Prime Minister James Marape’s assurances that Hiri-Koiari land is safe, following revelations about the Caution Bay land deal facilitated by the government. Iduhu claims that Marape’s government has been at the center of questionable land transactions, including the controversial seizure of land in Caution Bay. “Hiri-Koiari land and Central Province land is not safe under this government,” Iduhu said. He criticized the government’s silence on his previous questions concerning the land deal, stating, “They stay quiet using their silence and privilege as a shield to protect themselves.” Iduhu condemned the government’s decision to…
In a press conference held yesterday, Thursday, October 24th, in Port Moresby, Neville Choi, President of the PNG Media Council and co-chair of the Community Coalition Against Corruption (CCAC), emphasized the need for media responsibility in reporting violence. Choi emphasised that people must stop normalising the disturbing images of brutality circulating on social media. “Echoing the views and the sentiments of the CCAC, the fact that these gruesome images are shared speaks to the desensitization of our people to such acts. We should not consider these acts normal.” Choi highlighted the media’s crucial role in deterring violence through the dissemination…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) will explore independent solutions to address climate change and protect its people, no longer waiting for unfulfilled promises from the global community. Foreign Affairs Minister Justin Tkatchenko announced this after attending the Commonwealth Ministerial Meeting on Small States (CMMSS) in Samoa, stating that if necessary, PNG will cut down its forests to sustain its economy. “If we must cut down our forests to sustain ourselves and develop our economy, so be it. We are taking control of our destiny,” said Tkatchenko. PNG, along with other small island nations, has grown frustrated with the lack of meaningful…
Acting National Capital District Metropolitan Superintendent Mazuc Rubiang has issued a strong warning to the public about the consequences of defamation on social media. He emphasized that there are laws in place to arrest and charge those who commit such offences, urging everyone to be respectful online and offline. “We must respect each other when we are online or offline.” “We are all different and we react to things differently. It is better to mind your own business than talking about others who are minding their own business,” Rubiang stated. This statement followed the arrest of 51-year-old Samson Komati from…
The Central Provincial Government has given K200, 000 to the Fresh Produce Development Agency (FPDA) to help local farmers transition from subsistence farming to commercial farming. This payment is part of a larger commitment under a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed in July 2024 to support agricultural development in the province. Central Province Governor Rufina Peter handed over the cheque to FPDA and highlighted the importance of the funding in transforming agriculture in the province. “This is such an important project because we are piloting the Market for Village Farmers program in Vanapa Brown,” Governor Peter said. This initiative is…
Central Province Governor, Rufina Peter, has expressed strong concerns over the acquisition of 280 hectares of land at Caution Bay. She supports the statements made by Hiri-Koiari MP Keith Iduhu, and the former Prime Minister Peter O’Neil, regarding the lack of transparency and proper processes in the land deal, involving Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Lands, John Rosso. Governor Peter highlighted that this is not the first instance of land grabbing against the people of Central Province. She previously raised concerns in July 2024 over a questionable transfer of land at Ilimo Farm, known as Portion 1221. Investigations revealed…
Leader of the Opposition, Douglas Tomuriesa, has urged Police Commissioner David Manning to reassess the effectiveness of interventions in Enga Province, particularly after a recent bus attack that killed multiple people. Tomuriesa pointed out that the three K3 million armoured vehicles purchased for the 2022 elections remain unused in Mt Hagen. He condemned the ongoing lawlessness, calling the incident “sickening and devastating.” “Payback killings, tribal disputes, and sporadic attacks have unfortunately become the norm in Enga,” he said, criticizing Prime Minister James Marape’s silence. Tomuriesa expressed frustration that lawlessness persists a year after supposed government interventions. “The reality does not…