As Papua New Guinea gears up for its 50th Independence Anniversary, Acting Superintendent Robert Baim, the Madang Provincial Police Commander, has issued a heartfelt call for unity among the residents of the province’s six districts. He emphasized the importance of celebrating this historic milestone with a spirit of togetherness and assured the public of a safe and peaceful event. In his address, Baim reflected on the significance of the anniversary as a time for both reflection and celebration. “This is an opportunity for us to come together, honor our shared identity, and embrace the rich cultural heritage that defines us as a province,” he stated. He urged the community to set aside differences and unite as one people, encouraging everyone to uphold traditions that promote harmony and respect. Baim was resolute in his assurance that the police force is fully prepared to support the celebrations across all districts. “We are here to ensure that everyone can participate in the festivities with joy and safety,” he said. He further emphasized that any attempts to disrupt the celebrations would be met with strict action. He called on the people of Madang to embrace unity, pride, and mutual respect as the nation marks this historic milestone. Baim also highlighted the importance of remembering and respecting the contributions of the nation’s founding leaders, such as Sir Michael Thomas Somare, Sir Julius Chan, Sir Angmai Bilas, Sir Bato Bultin and many othrr great leaders. These leaders, he noted, have sacrificed greatly for the nation's future. “Let us come together to honor their legacy and celebrate the journey of our nation,” Baim concluded, reinforcing the message of unity and collective pride as Papua New Guinea stands on the threshold of its 50th year of independence. Through these celebrations, he hopes to inspire a renewed commitment to the values that have strengthened the nation over the past half-century.