Gary Juffa

In an interview with Loop PNG, Juffa said Independent member-elects must understand that the mandate they have comes with responsibilities which lie with the people.

He said with a number of different camps being formed, he called them to examine them properly before joining.

“I think this government has performed terribly in the last five years. It has not represented the interest of the people. It has represented interests that in my opinion, are very ulterior to the interests of Papua New Guinea.

Juffa said this in response to a petition signed by rival candidates contesting the Northern Regional Seat to re-check all ballot papers and locate the whereabouts of eight thousand unused ballot papers, which they claim may have been used in the count.

Their claims stem from the fact that Juffa has mustered a commanding lead in the Northern Regional race, adding it is unrealistic.

Incumbent Ijivitari MP and Regional candidate, David Arore, was reported on TVWAN news saying this was the biggest political fraud in the Province.

Juffa, in a statment advised the newly elected MPs to immediately secure a copy of the Public Finance Management Act and Financial Instructions, Public Service Management Act and Public Service General Orders and Criminal Code as well as all laws pertaining to the management of public funds.

"Many MPs do not realize that they are fund managers and do not own these funds. They must expand them responsibly in accordance with the laws and at all times with the people’s interests foremost.

The Northern Regional count progressed well today and after count 15 as of 4pm, the tally stands as:

Juffa recently travelled to Henganofi, Okapa, Kainantu and Lufa in Eastern Highlands to endorse his candidates.

Thousands of people gathered to hear Juffa speak on issues pertaining to land ownership, economy and the future of the country.

Juffa spoke passionately about the need for assertive leadership which is needed to protect PNG’s interest.

He also highlighted the lack of such leadership that had seen PNG lose control of its resource economy and thus its ability to design a prosperous and secure future.

Juffa told Loop PNG that the engagement came as a surprise to many in Government and it also appears that the relevant body, National Security Advisory Council was unaware of this engagement.

“In fact the matter came to the attention of all when photos of foreigners carrying heavy assault weaponry in public were circulated via social media primarily facebook.”

"These photos caused much anxiety and apprehension in the community and many leaders were approached to seek and provide answers.

Molumi is a local businessman and engineer from Mendi, endorsed by the People’s Movement for Change Party (PMfC).

Molumi will be challenging sitting member for Moresby Northeast, Labi Amaiu, for the hot seat.

He told supporters and the people of Moresby Northeast that he will base his leadership on bringing in change for the people and improving their living standards. These include building proper infrastructure and building new homes.

Molumi confirmed that he will nominate on Wednesday, April 26.

 Juffa said the chief’s council will represent landowners and their people so that they become equal partners in the development of their land.

He made the call in Parliament this week following the delivery of a Ministerial Statement by Land Minister, Benny Allen on the status of the Special Agriculture Businesses Leases (SABL’s).

Juffa delivered a powerful and stern message in Parliament that although PNG land has been stolen right under our very noses, nothing has been done about it.

This was the response from the Minister for Education Nick Kuman to Gary Juffa during question time in Parliament this morning.

Juffa raised a point of order after South Bougainville MP Timothy Masiu questioned the Minister for the roll out of the Tuition Fee Free (TFF) in the Autonomous region of Bougainville.

Juffa said children have been leaving schools especially boarding schools because the TFF funds were not reaching the schools on time and the policy was not working.