Governor Yoto concludes Independence celebrations in Nomad with call for unity and progress
Western Province Governor Taboi Awi Yoto joined the Middle Fly community this afternoon to conclude the Independence Day celebrations in Nomad Station, Western Province.
Upon his arrival, he was warmly welcomed by Middle Fly MP Maso Hewabi and the local traditional dancing group.
Governor Yoto praised the community for coming together to celebrate Independence Day, noting that such events were rare in the past and thanked the MP for bringing singers like Basil Greg and Robert Oeka to the event and commended the people of Lake Murray, Kaviananga, Bosset, Aiambak and other communities for their participation.
Yoto emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration, stating that when people work together, anything is possible.
He urged the community to listen to their leaders and work together to drive progress in the district.
Reflecting on the province's 50-years anniversary, he noted that the fathers in their communities had built essential infrastructure, such as schools in Mogulu and Adjumari back then, and urged the people to strive for similar progress in the next 50 years.
The Governor announced plans for road work to begin soon on the Kiunga-Nomad road, which is expected to boost economic growth and development in the district.
He challenged the people of Middle Fly to aim for self-sufficiency and own vehicles in the next 50 years, rather than relying on others for transportation.
"Middle fly people always cry for road services to reach Kiunga, now that all the road materials and equipments are ready to start work, people must start save money to purchase vehicles,"he said.
Governor Yoto also encouraged the community to be independent and work hard to sustain themselves, rather than being liabilities.
To wrap up the Independence Day celebrations, Governor Yoto donated K30,000 to the sports and cultural committee, supporting the development of sports and culture in the district.
Kiunga celebrates 50 Years of Independence with vibrant cultural showcase
Kiunga town marked its 50th Independence Anniversary with a spectacular celebration at the Kiunga Oval, showcasing the country's rich cultural diversity and unity.
Thousands of residents and visitors gathered to witness the vibrant display of traditional dances, bilas, and costumes from across the country which saw over 20 cultural groups participating in the celebrations.
The crowd was treated to a lively program, guided by Mistress of Ceremony, Ms. Joanne Vaninara, who provided insightful commentary on the cultural significance of each performance.
Three international tourists were among the crowd, warmly welcomed as special guests, adding an international flavor to the event. They were impressed by the rich cultural heritage of PNG and Ms. Vaninara's commentary provided them with a deeper understanding of the traditions and customs on display.
The celebration wasn't just about the performances - the crowd was also entertained by fun sports activities, including tug of war challenges by men, women, and children.
The event was a true reflection of the country's spirit, with people coming together to celebrate their independence and cultural identity.