Easter Message from President H.E Ishmael Toroama
As we enter this sacred Easter season, I extend my warm greetings to all our people across Bougainville — our public servants, political leaders, churches, community leaders, business owners, transport operators, youth, mothers, fathers, and families in every constituency and village.
Easter is a time for reflection, renewal, and recommitment. It reminds us to pause from the pressures of daily life and refocus on our physical and spiritual wellbeing, our families, and our faith. As a people on an important political and economic journey, it is essential that each of us invests in our health, maintains a balanced life, and strengthens the bonds within our homes. Nation-building begins with strong families, and strong families are built through love, discipline, respect, and faith in God.
To our hardworking public servants: I thank you for your service. Use this period to rest, reflect, and return renewed for the important responsibilities that lie ahead.
To our public transport owners and drivers: Your service carries lives every day. I urge you to ensure your vehicles are properly maintained and roadworthy. Too many accidents have occurred on our highways, and these tragedies are preventable. The lives of our people are in your hands — drive responsibly and honour the trust placed in you.
To our youth: You are the leaders of tomorrow. Invest in your education, your character, and your future. Your choices today will shape the Bougainville we will hand to the next generation.
This holy week is not only a time of religious observance, but also a moment for personal awareness. Each one of us must ask: How will I contribute positively to Bougainville’s political and economic development? What role can my family play in building this new nation? Every positive change must begin first in our homes. When our families are strong, our communities are strong — and our nation becomes stronger.
As we observe Easter, may we do so with gratitude, humility, and renewed purpose. May God guide and bless our people, protect our children, and give us the wisdom to lead Bougainville forward.
I wish everyone a peaceful, safe, and blessed Easter.
God bless Bougainville.
H.E Ishmael Toroama, MHR
President
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