POLICE LAY OUT 8 KEY SECURITY MEASURES AHEAD OF 50TH

With the Country’s 50th Anniversary just months away, the Nation Capital City’s leadership has taken decisive steps to tighten security and ensure public safety during the celebration and into the future.

At a high-level meeting led by NCD Governor Powes Parkop, newly appointed ACP Ben Turi and Metropolitan Superintendent Warrick Simitap joined top officials to map out a plan that strengthens law enforcement partnerships and safeguards the capital.

Here are the 8 major security initiatives agreed upon at the meeting:

1. Citywide CCTV System Rollout

Authorities plan to fast-track the installation of CCTV cameras across the city to improve surveillance and deter crime.

Regular roadblocks will be set up—especially on weekends—to crack down on drink driving and reduce alcohol-related incidents.

3. Boosting the City Warden & City Watch Programs

The city will reinforce its existing Warden and City Watch teams to ensure public spaces remain safe and well-monitored.

4. Ethnic Conflict Prevention

Ethnic-related violence is being treated as a priority, with city leaders awaiting the passing of the Vagrancy Act to better manage social tensions.

5. Action on Homelessness and Loitering

A new strategy will address the growing issue of homelessness and loitering in Port Moresby, particularly at night.

6. Tackling Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

Authorities aim to reduce GBV through a dual strategy of prevention and prosecution, ensuring perpetrators are held accountable.

7. Settlement Control in the City Centre

Construction of new settlements in the city will be halted, and existing ones will be considered for relocation to maintain order and security.

8. Building New Police Stations

Plans are underway to construct new police stations—including a rebuild of Boroko—and relocate Gordons Police Barracks to a dedicated NCD Police Barracks.

Governor Parkop also confirmed the revival of the ‘Kina for Kina’ support program, which includes the provision of police vehicles and monthly fuel supplies.