Hon. Richard Masere, Minister for Constitutional Matters & Office and Member for Popondetta Open has expressed his gratitude for the honour of serving as a minister of the state of this nation. “On behalf of my family and my people of Popondetta Open, I would like to express my gratitude to Prime Minister, Hon. James Marape, for recognizing the people of Popondetta Open. “ “My appointment as Minister for Key Constitutional Matters and Offices, responsible for National Statistics Office, Electoral Commission, NID, Ombudsman Commission and Independent Commission Against Corruption.” He explained in a statement that this was a huge responsibility and thanked the Prime Minister for entrusting him with this responsibility. “Our appointment will further strengthen the commitment of Prime Minister to ensure there is equal provincial and regional representation in the National Executive Council.” “I look forward to assisting the Prime Minister and the National Government to serve our people with diligence and integrity and ensure the prosperity and overall well-being of our country is progressed.” Furthermore, he extended his sincere appreciation to the Prime Minister and the Pangu-led Government for this important decision and looks forward to a future of shared prosperity and advancement for all.