MEASURES ANNOUNCED TO FIGHT LAWLESSNESS

Prime Minister, James Marape yesterday announced comprehensive measures to counter lawlessness in Enga’s Wapenamanda and greater PNG.

PM Marape has addressed the pressing issues of lawlessness raised during yesterday’s parliamentary session.

The debate focused on the urgent need to curb the rising violence and ensure public safety across the nation, following the tragic events in Wapenamenda, Enga, which led to numerous fatalities last Sunday.

Prime Minister Marape assured his fellow leaders: “I assure all fellow leaders that all issues raised on lawlessness in this afternoon’s session of Parliament are noted emphasising the government’s commitment to action.”

He further stated, “The Police Commissioner has been put on notice to ensure we secure our country.”

In a decisive move to tackle the issue, Prime Minister Marape announced a comprehensive plan aimed at reinforcing law enforcement and the judicial system.

The plan will also incorporate all suggestions by MPs yesterday in Parliament:
1. Increase in police presence and enforcement efficiency;
2. Expansion of magistrate numbers and the efficiency of summary offence courts;
3. Appointment of additional judges to enhance judicial efficiency;
4. Enhancement of jail facilities to securely detain law violators;
5. Intensification of intelligence and data collection efforts;
6. Implementation of a population registry;
7. Initiation of a Commission of Inquiry by a serving judge into police force operations;
8. Legal amendments to impose life imprisonment for initiators of tribal conflicts and the arrest of participants; and,
9. All other suggestions raised by MPs in Parliament yesterday (Wednesday).

“These measures represent a firm stance by the government against violence and lawlessness, underscoring a commitment to restore peace and order throughout Papua New Guinea,” Prime Minister Marape said.

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