[Published on Monday, March 23, 2026]
BY NED GAGAHE
Political tensions continue to boil in the capital as both the new coalition and the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) strongly condemned an alleged attack on the residence of Marovo Constituency MP, Chachabule Amoi, over the weekend.
According to reports the MP’s home was stoned on Saturday night, in what the coalition described as a “troubling and unacceptable act,” allegedly carried out by supporters aligned to the current administration.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the new coalition said the incident was not only criminal in nature but also a direct threat to the country’s democratic principles.
“This kind of intimidation exposes a dangerous culture where political loyalty is enforced through fear and violence,” the statement said.
The group further questioned the leadership of the current administration, claiming the act reflects a government struggling to maintain control over its supporters amid the ongoing political standoff.
Meanwhile, GNUT has also distanced itself from the incident, condemning the act in the strongest terms during a joint press conference with local media on Sunday.
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele called for calm and urged citizens, particularly residents of Honiara City, to respect the rule of law.
“I call on all citizens not to take the law into their own hands and to allow leaders to resolve the current political situation peacefully,” he said.
Minister for Police, National Security and Correctional Services, Jimson Tanagada, confirmed the matter is now under police investigation.
He appeals to members of the public who may have information to come forward and assist authorities.
The coalition has also called on the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force to thoroughly investigate the incident, stressing that the people of Solomon Islands deserve leadership that promotes unity, integrity and peace.
Police investigations continue.
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