Wale called on the RSIPF to accelerate the investigations by providing all necessary technical support and resources, making sure that no potential leads are overlooked
BY NED GAGAHE
The Solomon Islands has witnessed one of the most significant corruption scandals in its history says Opposition Leader Matthew Wale.
Wale was referring to Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) report by Office of the Auditor General.
Opposition Leader Wale said the revelation by Auditor General pose significant implication for public trust and governance.
“We cannot allow this matter to be sidelined or forgotten. It is a matter of national integrity, and the people need assurance that those implicated will be held to account,” Wale stressed.
Opposition Leader Wale urged the RSIPF to expedite the investigations with all necessary technical support and resources, ensuring that no potential leads are ignored.
The Opposition Leader reiterated his call for public engagement, emphasizing that the people have a crucial role to play in keeping the issue alive and ensuring accountability.
“Our nation and its people cannot afford to let such a serious misappropriation of public funds slip through the cracks. Justice must be seen to be done, and it must be done in full view of the public.” Hon. Wale stated.
“Corruption must be met with zero tolerance. Complacency has no place in this fight” Wale concluded.
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) yesterday confirmed that they have already initiated preliminary discussions on the ESP report following widespread calls for the police to investigate findings on the report.
RSIPF Commissioner, Mostyn Mangau, confirmed that RSIPF is waiting for the OAG to formally refer the report to RSIPF to commence investigation.
Commissioner Mangau said any issue that comes out from the ESP report will follow their normal process of dealing with cases under investigation.
Given the nature of the ESP report, the RSIPF may need time and resources to make a thorough investigation on this particular matter.
“While I appreciate public concern on the ESP audit report, RSIPF is still to receive the formal referral and we will investigate when we receive the report. What I would say at this point is, be patient and allow RSIPF and AOG to do their work,” the RSIPF Commissioner added.
