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Marape orders halt to internal PNGDF investigation
Prime Minister James Marape has ordered an immediate stop to all internal Papua New Guinea Defence Force [PNGDF] investigations regarding the filming and distribution of videos related to recent recruitment controversies.
PM calls for order as Defence Force unrest grows
Prime Minister James Marape issued a late-night address to the nation on Tuesday, calling for immediate discipline within the Papua New Guinea Defence Force following reports of unauthorized roadblocks and protests by soldiers at Murray Barracks.
Police Commissioner Manning assures Port Moresby residents of safety, urges calm amid misinformation
Police Commissioner David Manning has reassured the public, confirming that daily routines in Port Moresby will proceed normally and urged citizens to dismiss misinformation currently circulating on social media.
Soldiers protest over impending court martial of 4 officers
The faction of soldiers who barricaded the road at Murray Barracks tonight say the stand off is a peaceful protest.
Soldiers block off Murray Barracks
Military personnel have mounted roadblocks and burnt tyres at the Murray Barracks headquarters tonight, as tensions remain high within the Papua New Guinea Defence Force [PNGDF] over recent recruitment controversies.
Over K30m projects launched in Dei district
The Dei District Development Authority [DDA] has launched major road, bridge, health and education projects worth more than K30 million recently.