Police legacy recognises Barker for his services

By HELEN TARAWA
INSTITUTE of National Affairs executive director Paul Barker was among the group of people who received recognition by the Royal PNG Constabulary Legacy.
Barker was surprised to be given the award and also thanked the organisers for recognising his services.
“I’ve known president Graham Ainui when he was the Police Commander in Chimbu having to address tribal conflicts and at this time with the situation in Southern Highlands, people have to find a better way to resolve their problems rather than through conflicts.
“Really, it is a time for a whole community to come together to look at the positive way forward, because two wrongs never make a right.”
Royal PNG Constabulary Legacy president Graham Ainui said the awards presented on Saturday evening in Port Moresby was to recognise people who have served the government but have not been given due recognition.
Among the group of recipients from the RPNGC, Royal Australian Federal Police, New Zealand Police and corporate citizens was an award for the media industry for its contribution to democracy.
Post-Courier’s editor in chief Todogia Kelola was given the recognition on behalf of the media industry.
Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary Legacy was established in 1987. Owned by contributing members of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary it provides assistance with funeral expenses and operates solely for the educational benefit of the children of officers killed while serving. Police legacy recognises the important role a police officer’s family plays in supporting their occupation and the bond amongst all police families.