15 MPs from the Opposition just crossed the floor of parliament to join the Marape-led government in light of a looming Vote of No Confidence.
Reports from in the house confirmed Sir John Pundari, a signatory to the VoNC motion led the opposition MP’s who crossed the floor while the sitting was about to begin.
The MP’s that defected from the Opposition include:
- Sir John Pundari
- Sam Basil
- Peter Yama,
- Sasindran Muthuvel
- Nick Kuman
- Joseph Yopyyopy
- Sam Akoitai
- Chris Nangoi
- Kevin Isifu
- John Kaupa
- Francis Maneke
- Westley Nukundj
- Richard Masere
- Peter Sapia
- Douglas Tomuriesa
Parliament is now in session. More updates to follow: