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Daru’s sad state shocks Namaliu
By ELIZABETH VUVU
PARLIAMENTARY leader of Pangu Pati and
Treasury Minister Sir Rabbie Namaliu has expressed shock and sadness at
the current state of affairs in Daru, Western province.
“When I last visited Daru, it was a bustling little township that was
the centre of government and business in Western province.
“I am shocked and sadden to see that Daru, today, is covered in thick
grass and most of the Government facilities and services have
deteriorated to an unacceptable level,” he said.
Sir Rabbie, during a visit to the area recently to launch the Pangu Pati
branch and announce the party’s candidates, said this was why people
should choose their leaders wisely.
He told people that they had the power, through the ballot box to bring
about meaningful changes to their lives.
“To do so, you must ensure that your names are registered on the common
roll and more importantly, vote for candidates who will put your
interests above their own,” he said.
Sir Rabbie said Western province had great potential for development but
required stable and effective leadership.
“It is vital for elected leaders to work together despite their party
affiliations to foster development and ensure the efficient delivery of
goods and services.
“This does not seem to be the case for Western province,” he said.
Sir Rabbie pointed out that the province and its people had not fully
realised the massive benefits and spin-offs from the Ok Tedi mine
because of political and bureaucratic inadequacies at the national and
provincial levels.
“There have been many lost opportunities and I urge the provincial
government and elected leaders to be well-prepared when the Ok Tedi mine
closes in the next six to seven years,” he said.
 
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