Western Province MPAs resign to contest NGE

Two Western Provincial Members have resigned to contest the National General Elections.

Ward Member for Noro Billy Veo and ward member for South Rendova George Solingi-Lilo tendered in their resignations.

Communication Officer for Western Provincial Government Brian Beti confirmed a farewell function was held in their honour this afternoon.

“Billy Veo will Contest the West New Georgia Vonavona constituency, which includes Munda ,  Noro and the lagoon areas,” he said.

“George Solingi-Lilo will contest in the Rendova, Tetapare, and South New georgia.”

Mr Beti said the Noro and South Rendova wards are now vacant and a by-election should be held soon.

By: Kikiva Tuni.