Judge wants speedy tribunal investigation

Chairman of the Leadership Tribunal who was appointed to investigate allegations of misconduct in office against Vanimo Green MP Belden Namah wants to see a speedy tribunal investigation.

 Justice Goodwin Poole in addressing in-house matters before the tribunal sitting this morning (Oct 23) said he wants to conclude the findings as soon as possible “as it is consistent to justice”.

He said the tribunal must not be treated as it is some sort of public entertainment.

“It’s not a public spectacle.”

He said it is important as involved leaders who are public office holders.

He also told parties involved in the tribunal and lawyers to refrain from holding car park press conferences and commenting about the tribunal sitting while it is still ongoing.

Justice Poole is assisted by senior magistrates, Mark Selefkaru and Ernest Wilmont in the tribunal investigation. 

Author: 
Sally Pokiton