Sir Matiabe Yuwi passes on

A great political icon and a founding Father of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, Sir Matiabe Yuwi passed away this morning.

 In possibly the last interview on public record of former Tari-Pori MP Sir Matiabe, as reported and published on You Tube on Apr 2, 2014 by Betty Wakia, Sir Matiabe Yuwi called on politicians to set aside political differences.

 "Sir Matiabe Yuwi, has called on Prime Minister Peter O'Neill, and sacked ministers Don Polye, and William Duma, to set aside political differences. He made this comments after seeing the recent government reshuffle, the UBS loan saga, and issues like the Unitech boycott."

 "A stable government will see efficient and sufficient flow of goods and services to people in all districts around the country," he added. Sir Yuwi said, PNG is entering a crucial economic development, and our national leaders should unite to bring the nation forward. He said, the seven million people will either benefit or suffer with the decisions leaders make."

 "All leaders are good leaders, it's the way they operate that will make this country stand upright, or fall to the dogs, Sir Matiabe stressed. He called on Mr O'Neill, Mr Polye, and Mr Duma, to come together in a round table discussion, and resolve their differences and move the country forward."

 Albert Tagua, announced this morning with deepest sadness the passing away of Sir Matiabe. Mr. Tagua advised:

 "It is with my deepest sadness I would like to announce the passing away of my great uncle, Helas stalwart and a founding Father of our young country the late Sir Matiabe Yuwi. The good lord decided that he has done enough for his people and family and decided to take him this morning. As the angels welcome you to heaven this morning, we your children thank the lord for allowing you to be part of our lives....ARISE SIR MATIABE YUWI."