Acting Commissioner
of Police Anthony Wagambie has reassured the government and people of Papua New
Guinea that the Royal Papua New Guinea is stable and united in its mandate to
protect and serve.
Mr
Wagambie made this statement today when he took office following his
appointment by the National Executive Council on Wednesday.
“The
Government in its wisdom has appointed me as Acting Commissioner of Police. I
want to take this opportunity to thank the Prime Minister, The Right Honourable
Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare and his cabinet for the appointment and give my
assurance that I will perform to the best of my ability.
“I also
take this opportunity to call upon all commanders to remain focused on their
duties and responsibilities. There is no instability of any sort within the
organisation and therefore I wish to assure the public that police services
will continue as usual.