Three Papua New Guinean men and an Italian foreign national, who were arrested and charged for two counts of attempting to smuggle illicit substances out of the country and into Australia, left the Waigani National Court House in Port Moresby yesterday with their heads hung low after they were handed their guilty verdict by National Court Justice, Panuel Mogish in front of their friends and families. The four men, Carlo D’Attanasio from Italy along with the Papua New Guineans Shane Dikana, Dominic Terupo and Morgan Mogu, were apprehended in Central province back in 2020, for possession of 611 kilograms of…
Author: Nigel-Francis MADO
Enga Province, for the past few months has been at the centre stage for election related violence and tribal fighting but for this festive season police in the province are satisfied that the holidays have been relatively peaceful. A content Enga Provincial Police Commander, Superintendent George Kakas told PNG HAUSBUNG that thanks to the relentless effort of the Security forces in the province, they have managed to deter people from conducting illegal activities. “Apart from the Porgera-Paialla area, which is seen to be ongoing, the rest of the province has been really quiet.” “People are respecting the rule of law…
Madang, one of the most volatile provinces in the country this so far this year has seen a dramatic shift this festive period, with little to almost no major incidents reported. Madang Provincial Police Commander, Acting Superintendent Robert Baim was happy to share with PNG HAUSBUNG that Madang was quite peaceful this Christmas, embodying the true spirit of the holidays, with families not having to worry about their safety when moving around. He said this was despite the two killing along the North Coast, generally though Madang seemed calmer this time around. “General Christmas period in Madang was reported to…
There are many challenges that face the National Capital District Commission in their mission to deliver a vibrant city for the people and support from the police is one thing that is very much needed by the NCDC. This is an idea of what NCDC need in order to ensuring and safeguarding the growth of the city. An idea City Manager, Ravu Frank alluded to when making his remarks during the launch of the NCD Commands Festive Period operation. Port Moresby, the capital of the country and the main link to the rest of the world has a big challenge…
Although the National Capital District Command have already started festive season operations, today a huge parade was held at the Unagi Oval to officially launch the operations and for NCD metropolitan Superintendent Silva Sika to address the public regarding how police will be going about their way to manage crime in the city. Addressing the members of the parade and the general public, keynote speaker and NCD/Central Commander, Acting Commissioner of Police (ACP) Anthony Wagambie Jnr said this launching marks the final major police operation for both NCD and Central Province for the year and the significance of this operation…
The past three years has seen significant and positive strides in combatting transnational crimes, particularly trafficking of illicit substances. Deputy Commissioner of Police, Special Operations Donald Yamasombi told PNG HAUSBING that over the past three years, a number of people have been apprehended whilst being in possession of illegal drugs. He said through the Transnational Crime Unit [TCU], they have been able to achieve a number of goals that set, by working with international partners through information sharing and other aspects of their partnerships. “The transnational crimes unit and through this conduit, we have established connections communication lines with our…
The Independent Commission against Corruption today has shed light on recent media publications stating that ICAC is actively investigating or reviewing immigration cases being passed on for investigation. In a statement released today, Deputy Commissioner Daniel Baulch strongly reiterated that the ICAC, an independent body by law, determines what matters to look into and is not obliged to release information to the public regarding matters under investigation. “The ICAC determines which matters it will investigate or not.” “As a general rule we will not be commenting on complaints or matter that we are investigating.” While the Agency welcomes complaints of…
“Any major government policy reforms in the mineral resources and energy space in Papua New Guinea, will be done in consultation with industry.” Words of assurance by Minister for Petroleum & Energy, Kerenga Kua who presented at the recent 2023 PNG Resources & Industry Investment Conference. Minister Kua boldly stated to those present that the Marape-Rosso government remained committed to maintaining a clear channel of discussions with industry, especially on major policy changes including exempting the mining industry from the proposed production sharing regime. Kua stated that the Government continues to listen to stakeholders. Through this they have been able…
As the clock winds down toward the end of the year, the National Capital District Boxing Association is looking forward to hosting its final tournament following the 22nd NCDABA at Porebada Village. The tournament hosted by Fearless Club and Mixed blood Club of Porebada saw a total of 49 Bouts from Cardet to Seinor Male and female. NCDABA tournament director, Junior Kauka Raka told PNG HAUSBUNG that they have one more weekend to go for the final fight of the Year which will be held on the 23rd and the 24th of December at Ben Moide Club, Murray Barracks and…
As many in the city look forward to spending the festive period in peace and harmony in the Moresby South electorate, opportunists in the surrounding areas of the Taikone have proven that there is a great need for a vagrancy act to be introduced. After an issue with between an Engan man married to a Gulf woman turned south, bystanders watching the incident used brute force to overcome and loot a tradestore belonging the Engan. Luckily police had arrived on time before things got out of hand. Badili Police Station Commander, Inspector Jerry Obert explained to PNG HAUSBUNG that the…