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New Ireland Province governor’s election suspended indefinitely
The New Ireland Provincial Assembly has suspended the election of a new Governor.
Turi: No protest tomorrow
A social media widespread on a planned protest set for tomorrow will not eventuate, according to a police official.
Former AG Kua gives evidence in court
Former Attorney General Kerenga Kua told court that he had known about the illegal arrangement under the Paraka scandal but he did not have enough evidence to report the matter to police at that time.
New Zealand national Paul Bayly appointed new PNG Power CEO
The National Executive Council has announced the appointment of Paul Bayly as the new chief executive officer for PNG Power.
NICTA not aware of Facebook shutdown as CEO calls for proper coordination in future
In response to reports that Facebook was inaccessible in Papua New Guinea throughout yesterday, National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) took immediate steps to investigate the matter.
More transparency needed amongst government agencies in matters affecting free speech and freedom of expression
The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) is calling for more transparency amongst government agencies in consideration of matters directly impacting free speech and freedom of expression.
PNGDF to work with police for thorough investigation
The Minister for Defence, Dr Billy Joseph has acknowledged the efforts of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC] in capturing the suspect involved in the murder of the late Lina Numbalihi.
Thousands cry foul over Facebook ban as NICTA ensures role in online platform
Citizens around the country were taken by surprise when government took a sudden but a drastic move to shut down popular social media platform, Facebook.
IRC eyes holding companies evading tax through transfer pricing
The Internal Revenue Commission [IRC] is suspicious that there is a lot of transfer pricing going in the extractive sector.
Paita takes up Mining Ministry
Our Pati Leader and Finchaffen MP, Rainbo Paita has been appointed as the new Mining Minister, by Prime Minister James Marape.