By Steven Kenda | PNG SUN
In a dramatic turn of events shaking Papua New Guinea’s political landscape, Enga Governor Grand Chief Sir Peter Ipatas has been officially reaffirmed as the Alternate Prime Minister nominee.
The announcement was made moments ago at a press conference held at the Crown Hotel, where Sir Ipatas addressed the media flanked by key opposition figures. His nomination comes amid reports that four fellow Engan Members of Parliament — Sir John Pundari, Don Polye, Mikki Kaeyok, and Amos Akem — have declared their continued support for the current government, adding further complexity to the unfolding political drama.
Governor Ipatas was quick to clarify the nature of his nomination, stating, “I was not nominated by an individual party or the Engan Members.” He emphasized that his candidacy is a product of a collective decision by several opposition-aligned parties, united in their pursuit of a government change.
In a bold statement, Sir Ipatas called on all Members of Parliament, including those from Enga, to “leave the government to form a new government,” signaling a potential bid for a vote of no confidence in the current leadership.
Adding momentum to the move, former Prime Minister and prominent opposition figure Peter O’Neill has publicly endorsed Sir Ipatas. “We, the opposition, are backing his side,” O’Neill declared, highlighting a unified front within the opposition bloc.
This nomination marks a critical moment in the nation’s political timeline, as tensions escalate and strategic negotiations intensify behind the scenes. The stance of the four Engan MPs — all seen as key political players — will be closely watched in the days ahead, as pressure mounts for them to align with the newly declared opposition movement.
Whether this development will lead to a successful change in government remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Papua New Guinea’s political future hangs in the balance.
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