In a solemn procession to end the Funeral Program, Late Sir Rabbie Namaliu was laid to rest this afternoon at Independence Hill, joining both former statesmen, Late Sir Mekere Morauta and William Skate.
Making the final remarks before the lowering of the Casket, Prime Minister James Marape asked the nation to reflect on the life of Sir Rabbie and his devotion in servitude, to learn and to commit oneself in total service to the nation.
“Let us reflect on his life and take one or two lessons with us. To give ourselves in the manner that he gave himself, in total service to our country.”
PMJM mentioned that the older generation is passing on, their work and inspiration will remind the nation to find the drive to work towards a better nation.
“For those of us who are in all strata of office in our country, may we find commitment like he had commitment, may we find patience like he had patience, and may we find zeal like he had zeal.”
A moment of silence was observed before a gun salute by members of the PNGDF as the Casket of the former statesman was lowered to his final resting place.