NEC rescinds Mangos appointment

The National Executive Council has revoked its decision to appoint John Mangos as the Managing Director for the new Kumul Telikom Holdings.

Kumul Telikom will manage Telikom PNG, bmobile and Dataco under one roof.
Mr Mangos was appointed the Managing Director by Cabinet in December 2016, however it withdrew its decision this week.
The Telecommunication Workers Union have also petitioned the government this week to revoke its decision of Mr Mangos.

It is not clear if the NEC had responded to the call by the union, in rescinding its decision.
Acting Minister for Public Enterprises and State Investments Charles Abel said, John Mangos is currently doing other consultancy work within the Kumul Consolidated Holdings (KCH).
Minister Abel said the managing director's position for Kumul Telikom Holdings is currently vacant and will soon be be advertised for suitable candidates to apply. NBC/PNG Today