Pomio DSIP

Prime Minister James Marape spent the night in ENB after launching the new ‘MV Pomio 2’ on Friday, March 8th.

Accompanied by the host Open MP, Elias Kapavore, and ENB Provincial Member, Michael Marum, the PM then proceeded to open a new 30-meter bailey bridge at Totongpal Ward in West Pomio LLG.

As confirmed by Acting Deputy District Administrator for Operations, Joshua Jeremiah, the bridge and vessel were both delivered through the national government’s ‘Connect PNG’ program.

Pomio MP Elias Kapavore asked the Prime Minister in Parliament today if the district will get their outstanding District Service Improvement Program (DSIP) funds for 2013-2014.    

The Prime Minister said: “The outstanding DSIP will be paid, that is funds due to the district and the district is entitled to these funds.”

 O’Neill said the system of governance in releasing funds must be changed so people do not miss out on services.   

“Also I see shortcoming system where a member loses office somehow all these funds come to a standstill.