As Papua New Guinea looks forward to celebrating its 50 years of Independence, major business houses in the country such as banks and superfunds will be closing their doors tomorrow Wednesday 26, February to commemorate the fourth anniversary of the founding Father of PNG the Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare. The National Superannuation Fund (Nasfund) in a public notice stated that all its branches will be closed on Wednesday 26 February 2025 to commemorate the memory of the Late Great Grand Chief Right Honorable Sir Michael Thomas Somare. “All our branches will be closed on Wednesday 26, February and business will resume on Thursday February 27, 2025.” BSP Financial Group Limited said that Wednesday 26 February has been designated as a public holiday in commemoration of the fourth anniversary of the founding Father of PNG and our first Prime Minister and the late Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare. “All branches within PNG, with the exception of our specialised branches will remain closed on this day.” “We kindly ask that customers plan their banking activities accordingly.” “Our mobile and internet banking, Wantok wallet, BSP pay, Agency banking, ATM and EFTPoS services will continue to be available for the convenience of our customers.” “Normal business operations will recommence on Thursday, 27 February 2025,” BSP said. Meanwhile, Nasfund Contributor Savings and Loan (NCSL) also stated that given Wednesday 26 February is a National Remembrance of the Late First Prime Minister Great Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare, all NCSL branches including their Head Officer will be closed. “All our branches including our Head Office will be closed on Wednesday 26, February to honour the National Remembrance Day of Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare.” “As we reflect on the life and legacy of Sir Michael Somare, let us remember his immense contribution to our nation and the values he stood for.” NCSL added that during the Public Holiday, their digital services online on MyNCSL remain accessible to members for financial transactions. “Normal business operations will resume on Thursday 27, February 2025.”