Allan Bird, alternate PM nominee

The Opposition has nominated East Sepik Governor Allan Bird as their alternative Prime Minister.

Leader of the Opposition Douglas Tomuriesa announced this in a news conference this afternoon at the end of parliament sitting.

The opposition confirmed handing the vote of no confidence motion to acting Parliament Speaker Koni Iguan before parliament convened at 2pm this afternoon.

The alternate government comprising 19 MP's stood in solidarity for the announcement of Allan Bird as their candidate against James Marape.

Governor Bird is humbled by the nomination and says though he's not able to provide all the answers, he wants to see changes.

He thanked the opposition MP's for having the confidence in him.

Peter O'Neil: Young to lead

Ialibu Pangia MP and former prime minister Peter O'Neil has clarified that despite having a lot of members under his People's National Congress party in opposition, to put their hands up for alternate PM post- they've allowed for young and new leaders to lead according to the peoples wishes.

He made these comments when congratulating East Sepik Governor Allan Bird as the alternate PM nominee.