Chief Secretary Joseph Nobetau

ABG cracks down on corruption

In a statement, Chief Secretary Joseph Nobetau, in his six-month update to the people, said corruption must stop now.

“Four more Department heads have been petitioned for allegations of serious misconduct, matters that are now subject to Independent Boards of Inquiry established under the Bougainville Senior Appointments Act,” Nobetau said.

“Corruption is not only against the law. It is stealing from Bougainville – it is selling out on our dream, our future, and the idea that we are destined for a higher level of behaviour.”

ABG develops options for economic improvement

Speaking at the recent summit closing, Chief Secretary Joseph Nobetau acknowledged the creative and innovative presentations and contributions made and proposed the next steps that the ABG will focus on.

The Chief Secretary then presented a range of initiatives based on Summit presentations and discussions. These include: