Commissioner of Police David Manning says the mainstream media is a key enabler for the security forces in delivering a free, fair, and safe 2022 national general elections.
Commissioner Manning made this comment during a “meet and greet” session between the media and the senior hierarchy of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary.
Mr Manning the security forces can deliver a safe and successful election in partnership with the media. He said the security forces would be more effective in providing security for the elections with the help of the media in disseminating correct and timely information.
The “Meet and Greet” with the members of the media and the senior police officers coincided with the presentation of the body worn cameras by the PNG Australia Policing Partnership Commander Jamie Strauss to the Constabulary. The events were held at the Police Officer’s Mess at the Centre of Excellence in Bomana in the National Capital District.
The informal meet and greet and presentation of body worn cameras was attended by Deputy Commissioner Operations Mr Anthon Billie, Assistant Commissioners, Commander Strauss, senior officers of the constabulary, the PNGAPP and the members of the media.
Mr Manning was pleased to receive the body worn cameras which he said would allow police personnel to be more accountable and improve their performance.