Cops, civil servants to sign deal

POLICE and public servants in Southern Highlands will sign an agreement prior to the coming General Election this year not to partake in corrupt practices, Police Minister William Onglo says.
“Those caught taking part in corrupt deals during the election will be terminated,” he said.
“We will not take it lightly.
“We will ensure they face the full brunt of the law. They will sign the agreement to make sure they do not receive bribes from candidates and their supporters must take heed of this message.”
Onglo said he wanted no more election-related violence in the province.
Onglo said he would terminate corrupt policemen and officers and would go beyond the extreme of imprisoning them.
He wanted police to uphold the code and conduct of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary and perform their election duties faithfully.
“This year’s election will be different for Southern Highlands, we will stay focused and make sure previous mistakes are not repeated,” he said.
“Police and public servants play a vital role during elections and they must be cautious.
“The country does not have enough police manpower and cannot always look into the law and order situation in the province.”
Onglo said people had democratic rights and they should vote good leaders.
The province has a 35-member mobile squad and another mobile unit comprising 35 members would be established.
“We will build capacity at Poroma Police Station and also build a patrol post,” he said.
“Papua New Guinea Defence Force and Correctional Services officers will assist police for a free and fair elections.
“We have the new acting western end assistant commissioner of police John Kale and police commander Daniel Yangen.”