In court with Assumpta

* Bail refused for man facing firearm-related charges* Father denied bail* Ruling on Fox Wood murder committal today Bail refused for man facing firearm-related charges A BAIL application made for the man facing firearm-related charges who is in custody for breaching his bail condition has been refused on Wednesday. Chief Magistrate Emma Garo in her…

PRC Ambassador visits HCC

THE People’s Republic of China Ambassador to Solomon Islands His Excellency Li Ming made a courtesy call to Honiara City Mayor Wilson Mamae, his executive and management, Thursday. During the meeting, Mr. Mamae congratulated Ambassador Li for being the first Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Solomon Islands. He said with the…

Wale condemns bribe claims

THE leader of Opposition Matthew Wale and MP for Aoke Langalanga condemns the allegations of bribery of Malaita MPAs reported in the Island Sun newspaper and calls on the Police to cause investigations immediately. In a statement, on Thursday said the claims are serious and warrant an investigation. “I am truly appalled at what is…

Article published with errors

‘U.S Embassy responds to S.I gov’t article’ By ANDREW FANASIANewsroom, Honiara THE U.S Embassy in Port Moresby says the article published in the media from the Government Communication Unit contained several factual errors and unfounded speculation regarding the United States Agency for International Development’s Strengthening Competitiveness, Agriculture, Livelihoods and Environment (SCALE) Program. “USAID assistance is…

Opposition congratulates Suidani

Leader of Opposition and MP for Aoke/Langalanga Matthew Wale congratulates the Premier of Malaita Province, Daniel Suidani, on his success against the no confidence motion tabled against him. “The victory clearly demonstrates the resounding confidence the majority of MPAs have in Premier Suidani’s leadership and his government’s performance to date, hence should be applauded. “Everything…

MONEY, POLITICS 

Claims money at play to oust Premier Suidani By WILSON SAENI Auki News Bureau   THERE’S claims money has been involved in the move to topple the Malaita Alliance for Rural Advancement (MARA) government. This came to light after the information has surfaced that the group involved in tabling the motion against Premier Daniel Suidani and…