A number of children and adults living at Mangem Care Centre in Sumkar District of Madang are experiencing severe stomach aches and vomiting after eating dead fish and other dead marine species.

Yabu LLG President, Kenny Boli, says children especially had developed cough and are vomiting yellow liquids.

Boli explained that most of the children have been sick since last Thursday but the community had noticed it on Monday.

The LLG President added that they had report the matter to the Deputy Director Public Health, Makus Kachau on Tuesday; and a text message was sent to the Madang Provincial Disaster Director, Ruduolf Mongalle.

The community is appealing to the provincial health authority, the disaster office including the Madang provincial government to assist the community.

This issue has once again brought to light the issues affecting the internally displaced islanders living in the care centres not only at Mangem but also at Asuramba and Potsdam.

As the population continues to grow, resources available on the care centres are becoming scarce.

The displaced islanders have been living in the care centre since the volcano eruption on Manam island between late 2004 to early 2005, which resulted in the evacuation of more than 5000 men, women and children.

It’s been 17 years and life on the care centres has become a constant struggle for them.

Gatheirng food and water is a constant struggle for the displaced islanders. Even the temporary makeshifts that were built are now falling off with cracks on the walls.

These temporary makeshifts are now accommodating two or three families as there were no resources available for the displaced islanders to build new structures.

As another election period begins in PNG the Internally displaced islanders are still waiting on the government to resettle them.

People Congress Party (PNC) is throwing its support behind an independent candidate and first time contender, Peter Nupiri is gunning for the Southern Highlands Regional Seat.

PNC Leader and former Prime Minister, Peter O’Neill backed Nupiri during a rally in Mendi Town on Wednesday (May 25) clarifying PNC’s reasons for supporting Nupiri in the 2022 National General Election.

Nupiri, O’Neill and other PNC candidates walked the streets of Mendi as supporters rallied behind them to Momei Oval, where over a thousand people gathered to witness a first rally by PNC as nomination nears its completion.

“I have realized that the Provincial Government has lost the plot to serve the people.

“There is evident of mismanagement of finance, including resources. There is no order and stability in the Provincial Administration,” said Nupiri.

The former PNG Power Board Chairman said he wants to rescue and restore the Province by focusing on five key areas. He announced his policies and visions with the theme: “Operation Rescue Muruk”.

The five key areas include restoration of the Public Service Administration, better access to education and healthcare, build modern Infrastructures, improve law and order and provide economic growth for all.

“These are five key areas in my Master Plan to contest and make real changes for our people. That is why I am raising my hand to intervene and lead Province and provide better leadership, Nupiri added.

Peter Nupiri, 45, hails from Olea Village, Karinz LLG in the Mendi Munhiu District. He is a Civil Engineer with 20 years’ of experience and boasts a Masters in Business Administration. Nupiri’s recent role in public office was Chairman of PNG Power Board.

At the rally, PNC leader, Peter O’Neill told those who gathered at Momei Oval, a vote for Nupiri is not just a vote for PNC but to see Change in leadership and better governance. O’Neill urged the people to vote for a Party that relates to the Province.

“Vote for Peter Nupiri, vote for Philemon Embel and vote for Ps Kaku. Pangu is not a home-grown Party. Pangu belongs to Morobeans, it belongs to other leaders. Vote your own leaders because PNC is ready to work with leaders with better policies and bring not just Southern Highlands forward but Papua New Guinea as a whole, said O’Neill.

The former Prime Minister concluded stating PNC is endorsing candidates across the country and is gearing up to form the next Government.

A longtime resident in Port Moresby’s 9mile area is contesting the Moresby North East seat for the fourth time around.

Tom Pis Kapo, who is a mixed parentage of Hela and Southern Highlands has lived in the city for more than 35-years. He said his intention to contest the 2022 National General Election is because many youths and communities have missed out as development partners.

“I don’t need money, car or other assets to win peoples heart, I will walk and campaign for a better Moresby North East. Kapo said his policy is simple. He said his goal is to serve the people and improve living conditions.

“Striving for Peace and Better Living, modernizing Moresby North-East for a better place to live and Giving hope to the Hopeless. Within these three policies many programs can be implemented to serve people”, said Kapo.

Kapo is running as an independent candidate. He has been engaging youths in the 9mile area by running community service projects.

“My community programs have touched and impacted lives in this part of the City. I have contributed a lot and people believe I must contest in the 11th Parliament House,” said Kapo.

Tom Pis Kapo has been in the frontline in addressing most ethnic clashes in the Moresby North East area. He said he will not campaign against others, but will educate voters to wisely elect someone for tangible development in the electorate.

The Grassroots candidate said if people want better living, they should elect a God fearing leader who is honest and will serve people. Kapo believes he has a growing support from different communities in the North East electorate.

“I deal with mostly youths and settlers in the City. I walk and talk with the small people, see their struggles and hear their cries, said Kapo.

“I appeal to all citizens to vote wisely their 3 possible candidates and not seasonal leaders,” said Kapo.

Kapo also contested in the 2007, 2012 and 2017 National General Elections.

Lae’s Metropolitan Chief Superintendent, Chris Kunyanban said Lae police are prepared for this year’s National General Election in terms of quality Intelligence.

Kunyanban said they will be present in Morobe’s nine Districts and in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province to maintain peace and order during this election period, including Polling.

Kunyanban called on members of the general public to work closely with the Police.

He said Police Officers rely on the cooperation of members of the community to provide information about crime in their neighborhoods and to work with the Police to devise solutions to crime and other law and order problems.

“I call on the members of the community to come forward and assist us with more information on Election related issues during this time,” said the Lae Metsup.

Chief Superintendent Kunyanban said there’s a lot of crime and disorder happening in the communities, but people are not assisting the police in reporting the matter. He further stated that strong relationships of mutual trust between police and the community they serve are critical to maintaining public safety and effective policing in both the rural and urban areas.

He said the community members, especially in and around Lae can call the Police toll free number, or they can pass information directly to the Police Officers residing in their communities or they can also send him a message or WhatsApp him as their last resort if they have information about crime and disorder during this election period.

Kunyanban called on the general public to behave properly during the election and to vote wisely during this election.

A new partnership with Nasfund and Remington Group will see Nasfund Members get discounts at Remington Group’s three Business Units in Papua New Guinea.

Under the Membership Discount Program, Nasfund Members can access the following discounts.

– 12.5 % discount on all Konica Minolta small office and home devises from Remington Technology Nationwide.

– 15% discount on all FujiFilm small office and home devises from FX Business Centre and;

– 10% discount on printing banners, business cards, photos and Corflute from BitzPrint and Scan.

The discount program is available immediately for the next 12 months.

Remington Group CEO, Peter Goodwin said the partnership seeks to provide more value for Nasfund Members.

“We are pleased to offer these discounts exclusively to Nasfund Members through our three business units.

Nasfund Members are required to show their Nasfund Membership cards to benefit from these discounts” said Mr. Goodwin.

Nasfund CEO, Ian Tarutia welcomed Remington Group as its latest discount service provider to Nasfund Members.

“We thank Remington Group for coming on board Nasfund’s Fund MDP to provide discount for our contributors.

Mr Tarutia said this offer certainly provides more value for Nasfund customers especially during these challenging times.

He added that Nasfund members should take advantage of this partnership and save more while they are at work today.

Business houses, schools, and the main market in Madang town were closed today after a woman vendor was beheaded this morning at the town market.

The convenient store at the main service station took on some damage as opportunists hurled stones following this morning’s incident.

Local Police are now monitoring the area and have begun investigations into the incident.

According to information gathered by InsidePNG, the woman was beheaded following an earlier incident that had nothing to do with her.

The innocent vendor was going about her normal business when she fell victim to such a heinous crime.

Provincial Police Commander, Acting Superintendent, Rubiang Manzuc, says police have apprehended six suspects involved in the incident who are now in custody.

He says the situation remains tense but is under control as police maintain its presence in the area.

The provincial police commander is calling on the general public to remain calm and let police do their job.

He says police presence in the Madang town vicinity will be maintained.

He added that the incident will not affect the nomination and police presence will continue until the end of the nomination period.

InsidePNG will bring more updates as more information becomes available.

CANDIDATES and supporters all gathered at Daulo District Headquarters, in Eastern Highlands Province to witness their candidates nominate.

The first day of nomination on Thursday was peaceful with supporters dressed in traditional attire to show their support to their respective candidates.

Returning officer for Daulo, John Kopi opened the nominations at 9.00am on Friday.

Homate Gimiseve from Mando village, lower Asaro was the first Candidate to nominate, when nominations opened at 9.00 am.

The incumbent and Minister for Environment, conservation and Climate change, Pogio Ghate also nominated, including other candidates.

A total of 28 candidates nominated on Thursday, while over 30 candidates nominated on Friday.

The Daulo MP after his nomination thanked the people of Daulo for the mandate they have given him.

“I thank the people of Daulo for the mandate they have given me in the last five years.” Ghate said.

“I’m going into the election with a clean heart, and I wish the people of Daulo the best in this election.”

He added that the people of Daulo must be aware of candidate criteria of the electoral Commission and must chose wisely when casting there votes.

Returning Officer John Kopi said as the returning officer he will be based at the District head quarters.

“Should there be any queries,  candidates must come as a team, so we address the issues in broad daylight.” the returning officer said.

“After five years the power has come back to us, and we must make it our business.”

Nominations in West New Britain Province are proceeding well without any hiccups.

Closing day four of nominations (Monday 23rd of May 2022) Provincial Returning Officer, Emily Kelton says a total of 58 candidates have nominated for the four seats in the Province.

PRO Kelton said of the 58 two are female candidates. Kelton said Talasea Open Seat has the highest number of nominations with 22, followed by Kandrian-Gloucester – 15, Nakanai Open – 11 and the West New Britain Regional seat – 10.

According to an election update by Kelton, the two women candidates are PAP candidate, Celine Uma who will be contesting the WNB Regional seat and Gertrude Vitolo who is contesting the Talasea Open seat under Indigenous Liberation Party.

“One more candidate should have nominated for the Regional seat but due to legal requirements, that particular nomination was not accepted,” said PRO Kelton.

The three sitting Members of Parliament have paid their nominations with incumbent Governor, Sasindran Muthuvel (Pangu Party) and Kandrian Gloucester MP and PNC candidate Joseph Lelang defending their seat while Talasea Open MP Francis Maneke will contest the new Nakanai Open Electorate Seat.

A couple of senior heads of Government agencies are also contesting in the 2022 National General Elections. This include former Police Commissioner, Gary Baki (Regional – PNC), Air Niugini Commercial Manager, Dominic Kaumu (Talasea – NA), and former Health Secretary Pascoe Kase, (Kandrian Gloucester – URP).

The WNB PRO said nominations at the Sir Bernard Vogae Memorial Park in Kimbe Town have progressed with candidates pouring in with huge supporter numbers. PRO Kelton said the nomination booth continues to see candidates turning up to nominate.

Meanwhile, Chairman of WNB Provincial Election Steering Committee, Robert Dau urged all candidates nominating to exercise their democratic right and also refrain from doing things against PNG Election Laws. He said all complains or queries must be channeled through the four designated seats contested in the Province.

“We should be civilized enough to follow Election Laws during this period of time. If you are not sure of anything consult the APRO in your respective electorates whether it be Talasea, Nakanai, Kandrian-Gloucester or the WNB Regional Seat, said Chairman Dau.

“We will close nominations at 4pm and will open for business again tomorrow (Tuesday 24th May 2022) at 8am,” said Kelton.

I urge you all not to conduct any illegal activities or cause any disruption during the nomination. Drive home safely, stay healthy and exercise your support towards your candidate in the right way, said PRO Kelton.