Lone female candidate to contest NCD Regional

Lone female candidate contesting the NCD regional seat has nominated.

She will be up against 37 male candidates, including sitting Governor Powes Parkop.

Veronica Marmei from Chimbu Province, is a journalist by profession. She has been in the field for 23 years since graduating from the University of PNG. Marmei says now is the time for a God fearing nation and took the stand in politics to make a difference.

With her motto being “to serve God first, others second and self last”.

Marmei's policies are aimed at improving living standards of people living in settlements. As a women, she also aims to focus on women empowerment, providing financial security to women from all levels.

 "I see no challenge. Politics is a numbers game and it's on how you play your policies, politics and your network. I am comfortable in contesting and I wish all other candidates through the nation the best of luck. This nation is ready to vote new candidates to establish a God-fearing nation," she said.

She nominated at 2:30pm this afternoon, running as an independent candidate.

 

Author: 
Gloria Bauai