Police to maintain Law and Order during X-mas

S.I Royal Police

It was very encouraging to learn of the statement made by the commissioner of Police Mr. John Lansley that Royal Solomon Islands Police will perform at their best to maintain law and order during the Christmas and New year season. The commissioner stated that Police have the maximum capabilities to maintain the general populace to achieve a safe and enjoyable celebration.

It has been recorded that people of Solomon Islands has experienced hectic incidents over previous festive seasons. The Christmas and new year periods especially, records large number of traffic accidents, fights, domestic violence and robbery. These tragedies have damaged the level of law and order and ignites chaos across the streets and backyards of our town and communities. The wave of distraction does not merely affects the law it even reaches homes, families and touches lives of people. Hence, it is a wise vision and the best obligation that the commissioner has thought of.

I believe the nation of Solomon Islands needs to feel, touch, live, and experience the once happy isles of the pacific. We have eager to return to the best position of time where our beloved nation is a home filled with friendly people, a time where there is freedom of movement among people, a period of harmony, love and peace that even kids cherished so much . Billion of thanks to the friendly pacific nations for provision of RAMSI which help to regain and atleast take us back to where we use to live, talk, eat, smile and die.

After reading the statement quoted by John Lansley, a very special wish came into mind. It was a wish I have never thought of or even dream of. But I think it does slips in at the perfect time and junction. I wish if our Police extends their maintenance of Law and order beyond the heights of Christmas festives 2012 . 

I wish to register my special Christmas greetings to our beloved people of Solomon Islands, may we all celebrate, smile, and enjoy the fullest connotation of Christmas and New Year seasons. And oh finally, lest I forget, my 10 months old baby Tabunia say "Merry  X-mas and happy New Year 2013 to you". 

TC Evan Hits USP

Tree fell off besides 8th Halls

TC Evan has badly affected parts of the beautiful environment of the University of the South Pacific Laucala campus in Suva. It has caused destruction to buildings, trees, palms and flowers around the campus. 

Foundation Building

The buildings, walk ways and roads within the campus have been affected. The foundation building next besides the main entrance was one of the buildings being damaged. A branch of the rain tree next to it fell off and hit the roof of the building. Luckily, the roof was strong enough to with stand the fall hence, the distruction was not too serious. The other was a marriage quarter second hall of resident block. The Banyan tree (Abalolo) behind the block was uprooted by the strong wind and blew it over the block. These however, are not the only devastation Evan has imposed over Laucala campus.

If you take a walk through the campus, you would be surprised by the trashes. The walkways and roads inside the campus has been covered with branches and leaves.These debrises are lying all over the pathways therefore, causing a huge mess.    

Although, Evan produced mass destruction with in the campus, there was no injuries recorded therefore, the families who left behind for the holiday break are all safed and sound.

First Map

My first Map drawings

The art of map drawing is one of the skills that most people don't even take a chance to try. We admire fine designs and love to buy maps of places, Islands, trees or even cities. Although, the skill can be admired when a work is done, many people seems don't want to give it a try.

 Trying is an effort that the average people living on earth have never experience in their life.There are a lot of opportunities in life we can create an effort of try. You can strive to be a soccer star, a boxer or a swimmer.There are other venues of tries available. You can make an effort to be a singer, actor or a musician. These sports can be an environment where we can make attempts of tries.

Drawing is one of the areas in life I thought would be too hard for me. I have tried several times to draw pictures of Islands, trees, people but have never grasp the skills of design. 

However, for the first time, I manage to draw a simple map of the country of Samoa, this effort has given me a joyous moment after I have completed the cycle of tries.

If you have not had a chance to try, make it a day of trial and you will see how capable you are after you have done with several struggle.

SISA awaits semester 2 allowance

The delay of School allowance has caused frustration amongst the Solomon Islands student populace within USP Fiji. Solomon Islands students comprise the second majority in USP Fiji, second to Fiji itself.

 According to a Solomon Islands student interviewed who decided to keep his identity unknown has expressed that the last batch of first semester's allowance was given in the month of June. The portion given was enough to support them till third week of July which as promised would be the week of the next allowance. He stated that the week has lapsed and still nothing happened. 

The students are notified through an email that the reason for the delay was due to lack of funds and responsible authorities are awaiting funds to be sent over before processing them into individual student's bank accounts

One accademic week of schooling has passed and students are faced with the problem of no text books and stationery. He mentioned that this is not a new problem for Solomon Islands  government sponsored students therefore it is wiser for students to mind how they spend their money and not rely on promised dates.

Solomon Islands government needs to improve the level of efficiency in it's funding policy to avoid students being victimized by this ongoing crisis.

NMSA Soccer Champions 2012

The Solomon Islands Students Association (SISA) at the University of the South Pacific has organized a competition to mark the independence anniversary of Solomon Islands. The competition begins from 2nd to 6th of July 2012. This year's organized sports includes soccer, volley ball, netball and basket ball. Unlike previous years, this year SISA requested students to organise them selves in their respective provinces, however, for Malaita students they grouped them selves as Central Malaita, Ma'asina and Northern students association.

Soccer competition was the first sport to begin the festivity. It begins on Monday and ends with finals on Wednesday. There were two pools, pool A was  the pool of death which comprises of the mights of Ma'asina students, Central Malaita, Northern students, Renbel and Temotu. In pool B, it has the likes of Central Islands students, Western, Choiseul, Guadalcanal, Makira and the favorites Isabel.

After the pool matches, Northern students topped pool A with 10 points runner up by Central Malaita with 7 points. The hot favorites Ma'asina was unable to make it through to semi finals after poor performance in pool games. In pool B, surprisingly Central Islands students topped the group followed by Guadalcanal. Isabel students was the favorites however, Guadalcanal denied their hopes for semi finals after beating them during their deciding match by 2 goals to nil.

In the first semi finals Northern students manage to beat Guadalcanal students after a very tough match by a goal to nil. The other semi final between the under dogs Central Islands students and Central Malaita students. Again this was a tough match and after the final whistle Central Islands defeated Central Malaita by a goal to nil.

In the grand final, Northern students takes on the under dogs Central Islands students. This was the most exciting match of the tournament. In first half, Northern students controlled the game professionally however, in the 6th minutes Billy Manetiva collected a re-bounced clearance by Northern defender and slotted the ball into the net after by passing a defender. The goal send the Central Islands students into wild celebration around the field.After the goal, Northern students kept the pressure on Central Islands defender yet they could not find the net. In the second half, the central clung to their one goal lead however, in the final minutes Northern students have equalized from a corner kick. The goal have enlightened the fans as they go wild in celebration. After full time both team draw one all. Another 14 minutes was given, and this time round Northern have gained much energy after the equalizer and dominated the game. The winning goal came in the second half of the 14 minutes when Michael Mae'eda breaks from the far right beating the defenders and sends a through ball to Lawrence who easily sends the ball into the net. The goal demolished the hopes of the Central Islands students as time moving closer to the end. After the final whistle, Northern students came from behind and beat the under dogs by 2 - 1.

Northern students became the first group to win the soccer competition organized in cultural groups.

This was the crowd at Lawson tama going wild during the game between host nation Solomon Islands and the defending champions New Zealand. This was the most exciting match as the host went down in the early minutes by a goal to nil. However, it was Totori who turn the mood upside down when he blast the equalizer that makes the crowd go crazy in celebration. These are the reactions as the fans celebrate it was indeed the moment of joy and happiness.

Chelsea stunned Bayern Munich in a dramatic penalty shoot-out at the Allianz Arena to win the Champions League for the first time.

Thomas Mueller's late header put Bayern on the brink of victory on home territory but Didier Drogba levelled things up with a bullet header at the death before coolly converting the decisive spot-kick.
The tournament which gave Chelsea their greatest agony when they lost on penalties to Manchester United four years ago in Moscow has now delivered the greatest glory in their 107-year history.
Juan Mata missed Chelsea's first penalty but David Luiz, Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole were all successful. Philipp Lahm, Mario Gomez and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer were all on target for Bayern.
The momentum shifted decisively when Cech denied Ivica Olic and Bastian Schweinsteiger hit the post to leave Chelsea on the brink and present Drogba with his moment of destiny. 

He was calmness personified as he rolled the ball past Neuer to spark wild scenes of elation among Chelsea's players, staff and supporters.

Suspended captain John Terry joined the celebrations and lifted the trophy alongside Lampard but it was Drogba who was the hero, running the length of the pitch swirling his shirt above his head in triumph, as owner Roman Abramovich finally claimed the prize he craved above all others.
The questions will now start about the future of interim manager Roberto Di Matteo - who has given the Russian what he wanted after so many painful failures, including that defeat on penalties by Manchester United in the rain of Moscow in 2008 which also saw Drogba sent off.
And it is hard to see how Drogba, now 34 but still able to produce the brilliance that defines big occasions, can be allowed to walk away as his contract reaches its conclusion.
This was a victory in the mould of Chelsea's semi-final win against Barcelona, built on resilience, discipline, defensive organisation and nerve at the crucial times and done without the suspended Terry, Branislav Ivanovic, Ramires and Raul Meireles.
Abramovich will leave the big decisions for another day, but this was a night he and his club have desired since he walked into Stamford Bridge nine years ago - and achieved with an interim manager he had to appoint after sacking his personal choice, Andre Villas-Boas.

Terry was locked in conversation with former England coach Fabio Capello at pitchside before kick-off, the defender looking ruefully around the magnificent arena as he contemplated missing out because of his red card in Barcelona.

And Di Matteo delivered a surprise in his starting line-up, with youngster Ryan Bertrand handed a role on the left flank in front of Cole in an attempt to stifle the threat of former Blues winger Arjen Robben.
Chelsea's blanket of defensive defiance served them well in the Nou Camp - and acted as a dress rehearsal for a first half spent almost entirely in their territory.
While the west London team were organised and resolute, they were also grateful that Bayern striker Gomez's touch in front of goal deserted him at decisive moments.
Cech saved with his legs from Robben, but Gomez was guilty of failing to control just eight yards out when Franck Ribery's shot landed at his feet, the German striker shooting wildly off target after a smart turn in the area.
Chelsea's only serious response was a shot from Salomon Kalou eight minutes before half-time that was comfortably held by Bayern keeper Neuer.
The pattern continued after the break and Ribery thought he had finally pierced Chelsea's resilience after 53 minutes, only to be ruled offside when Cole deflected Robben's shot into his path.
At times this encounter was simply a matter of Bayern's attack against Chelsea's defence.
There was a rare moment of anxiety for Neuer when he could only half-clear Cole's cross as he backpedalled, but Drogba's shot lacked power and the keeper was able to recover.
As the frustration grew among the massed Bayern support they wasted another opportunity as Mueller pulled another presentable chance well wide from inside the area.

Mueller made amends in the best possible manner though, when he headed Bayern in front with seven minutes left. He arrived unmarked onto Toni Kroos' cross to head past Cech.

Chelsea immediately sent on Fernando Torres for Kalou - but it was the man for the big occasion who delivered again in the 88th minute. Drogba won himself just enough space at the near post to meet Lampard's corner and head powerfully past Neuer, who got a touch but could not keep it out.
Drogba went from hero to villain in the opening moments of the extra period when he conceded a penalty after bringing down Ribery with a reckless challenge. The France international was eventually taken off injured but in the meantime Chelsea keeper Cech was the saviour as he plunged low to save Robben's poorly struck spot-kick.
Bayern had been over-generous in front of goal and were architects of their own frustration after 107 minutes when Olic tried to set up Daniel van Buyten in front of an open goal but the defender failed to react to his pass.
And so to penalties and the dramatic conclusion that gave Chelsea the biggest prize in European domestic football as the Champions League finally went to Stamford Bridge.

source: Champions league

At Last I have one

Whole through the past week I was struggled to get a phone but couldn't get one since was unable to make a comprehensive decision among the whole lot of phones being available.

On several occasions, was tried to get one but still can't make a right choice for there's always a battle up there in my mind when standing in front of all these brand new mobiles with my self ready to make a choice. Making decisions in life is not an easy task to be done in a second it takes time, perception and of course research. Decision comes when the conscious mind agrees with the choice.

My choice was finally made on Tuesday 6th March 2012 after I went down to sports city (USP, Laucala Bay rd.) and enters a Vodafone shop. Once again the cycle of choice surround me heavily that I couldn't see my self in a great position to make my choice however, on this occasion as I made my way in there in a counter far right from a few meters away there lies this Nokia C2 mobile so attractive. After I made my way close I have discovered that this Nokia C2 mobile have satisfied my choice. Hence, I summoned the shop assistant to get the phone and without hesitation I took it over to the counter for purchase.

Finally, I now get my self an access to mobile communication where I believe will help communication efficient.

My Beloved

My beloved Tabunia

February 13th 2012 was the day my beloved baby Tabunia begin life on earth. Her entrance gives me real joy and happiness I thought life will be normal but when I first looked at her couldn't believe my eyes that now I have a pretty little baby girl - Tabunia. As I kept my eyes fixed on her a strange feeling of joy developed within then it vibrates through my vein upwards creating lengthy waves of smiles all over my face.It was a unique moment in life, a special seconds of a minute, that life has disclosed for me. She has brought me smiles, laughter and even imagination that all night long couldn't wait to stare at her while she's sleeping. I couldn't hold my arms to my self anymore that I stretch out and hug my beloved baby for hours into my arms. It's a real moment of pleasure I've never known before.

Tabunia was the love of my life, a change of my identity and most of all a blessing of my life.

I wish to thank the LORD for the gift he gave us as a blessing to our lives. LORD may your name be honored for ever and ever. You are so great, so powerful and mighty. You are so faithful we give you all the glory and the honor back to you.

Temotu Repatriation

Village in Temotu

I was shocked to learn of the repatriation of 300 Temotu people from the plains of Guadalcanal Palm Oil ltd for fear of their safety over the media. I was deeply sorry for our beloved brothers from Temotu knowing that they were there working for a better living however, threats from the land owners have caused them to withdraw their jobs and head back home. 

It is obvious for people to seek safety when there is fear. Life in an environment filled and surround with terror is horror, worrying and a nightmare. No one can live happily with fear. Every body wants to express the freedom of citizenship. Everyone wants to be happy, smile, laugh, love, work and move around. Life is not meant to be too complicated but simple. God created men to live on earth simply to dominate the birds of the sky, fish of the sea, trees and the animals. That was the simple plan for men however, we make things too complicated.

We create war, tension, and violence. We create poverty with our own selfish ideologies. We hate, fight, kill, love, and trying to live in peace. Continuously, we create problems for ourselves, our people, our families and friends in the society and the nation at large. All these are the product of our action over a period of time. When shall we learn to live in harmony, love, peace and subdue Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands is a small nation with in the Pacific Ocean with a population of about 600 thousand people. I don't think it's so difficult to maintain peace among that population size compared to other African nations having billions of people. Yet Solomon Islands still finds too complicated to bring peace across the entire nation. What's the problem with us? Is it because of having different Islands?

The nation still reviving from the debris and damage caused by the ethnic tension. Our economy still reviving, our law and order begins to be maintained, peace monitoring still maintaining peace, Truth and Reconciliation haven't finished their task yet and the memories still remain but what's coming up again? Is it going to be another ethnic tension?

The repatriation done by the people of Temotu should alarm the national leaders for a prompt action and consideration. Problems should be dealt with at its early age rather than late stage. Remember uprooting a germinated mango seed is much easier than a mango tree. It takes less effort, energy and of course time.

Can we still enjoy the once happy isles?

Solomon Islands government needs political reconciliation

Solomon Islands Parliament House

Can a rat live comfortably among clowder of cats? I guess it's impossible since it's hard for both to befriend. But the question is how can we tame them to live in harmony. Am not going to focus on that but wish to share  my observation on the current state of our government under these categories political mobilization, leadership enmity and political reconciliation. 

Hon. Danny Philip

I have observed for the past years 2010/11 our national government has suffered turmoil of political mobilization. Ministers shift from one chamber to another, from government to opposition side and vice versa, claiming frustrations over the abuse of power, inappropriate policies, dictatorship leadership to name but a few. These political mobilizations have resulted in the establishment of two form of government from 25th Aug 2010 to 16 Nov 2011. This is a worst situation for a nation to experience such level of leadership over short period of time. It is not healthy for the nation Solomon Islands since we are not moving forward but toil and struggle with leadership problem. Once more, recently over the media a group of 15 government ministers create new relationship with the opposition side following disagreements within the cabinet realm. Among them is the former Prime Minister Hon. Mr. Danny Philip who states that his disapproval was based on the Prime Minister's move to abolish the National Bureau for Social and Economic Reform. Again this is going to be another so called political revolution. When shall our leaders learn? Can't we humble and submit ourselves to authorities? What a simple misconception of the principle of obedience. I urge the national leaders to be stable in alignment with your purpose since your destiny will never be reached under vibrant and shivering circumstances.  

Political enmity is another obvious crisis affecting our national government. Critics can tell from the general accusations levied against each other that there is a hostile environment filled with spirits of antagonism. There are fancy label, tags and description members have adopted and termed each other with, even addressing them in a sever manner within our political arena. Currently, we have noticed another shift is on the rise. This sense of movement done by the government ministers demonstrates high level of hatred, anger, ill-feeling, enmity and political gossip, have drastically covered the entire parliament house. There are superb reasons and political terminology of dissatisfaction voiced out by parliamentarians against another leadership during withdrawal of support however we can simplify these as delusion of ideology. The continuous practice of this feeling of in-affection will never bring a resolution of consensus at government level regardless of how smart, clever or intelligent we are since up there in our subconscious mind there is a large storage of hatred. Hence, our leaders need to delete the hate from the subconscious mind with a replacement of pure love, passion, infatuation and political unity.  

Mathew Wale

Political reconciliation is my final recommendation to the national government. There is always thunder after lightning, sun after rain, night after day, death after birth and I believe there should be reconciliation after disputes. I have observed the ongoing political mobilization and leadership enmity over and over again across the heart of our government, yet there is no attempt of resolutions for reconciliation. I have read from the media parliamentarians accused each other over political agenda. Apparently, Mathew Wale is being accused by the government for lobbying and luring government ministers. The question of interest is what's next after all these accusations. Shall we keep ignoring them and allow time to bury all these political debris? I believe our national leaders need political reconciliation among them. They need to re-organize the government by getting rid of all these personal hatred, party accusation and political differences. I suggest Solomon Islands truth and reconciliation commission (RTC) to divert immediate attention to our government to restate peace in the house. I am calling upon the entire nation to address the problem of these fifty people who represent fifty constituencies within Solomon Islands. Remember these fifty people do not own the nation Solomon Islands but we have entrusted them to lead us. They do not have right to sell any property of Solomon Islands. We are a democratic nation not a kingdom. Only kings own kingdom, but not Prime Minister. 

Finally, may we work together in building peace within in the heart of the nation - parliament, to regain its pride as a house of parliament rather than ring of fire. 

Solomon Islands Government vibrates

PM Lilo

Solomon Islands government will experience another turmoil following opposition claimed that fifteen government ministers secretly consult them with an intention to over throw Prime Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo. The opposition made a declaration confirming that a plan is under way by the fifteen government ministers to dismantle NCRA and unseat Prime Minister.

The movement done by the fifteen government ministers reflects instability within the solidarity of the government of Solomon Islands. It wasn't long after Mr Lilo went into office as Prime Minister of Solomon Islands and then again another political wave emerges. Recently, across the media Prime Minister Lilo received praise from many citizens in support of his leadership. People applaud Lilo for his immediate actions by minimizing the government over-looked expenses such as government phone usage. However, regardless of his positive efforts, the fifteen remain unsatisfied claiming that Lilo still isn't the right person to lead the nation of Solomon Islands.

Since the opposition is gearing up for this event we don't know the likely out come but let's hope that things will be normal for the entire nation.

God bless Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands Leader attacked

A Solomon Islands leader was attacked at one of the betel nut market beside the Yatch Club by an unidentified individual around mid-night while buying betel nut. He was the minister for Peace and Reconciliation and Member of Parliament for Central Makira, Hypolite Taremae.

The attacker came from behind a stopped vehicle and attacked the minister then escaped. The minister was helpless with no sense of self defence since he was drunk when attacked.

The question of interest is why was he attacked? There are many reasons we may guess based on the incident but there are certain assumptions that might narrow the search to our target. The first general question is, does Hon Taremae have a cordial relationship with fellow Solomon Islanders. Is there any ill feelings between you and our people. There is a saying 'in every action there is a reaction'. Based on this statement one can ask this question, what have you done sir? Whether it be political, social, physical or spiritual. People will treat you good when you done good to them. Like wise when good people do good to you and in return you did bad to them they will react negatively based on your reaction. I guess the unidentified male person who was a Solomon Islander might poses some kind of ill feelings to wards you whether it be for retaliation or self anger satisfaction. He thought a punch is enough to satisfy the anger with in him.

However, if Hon Taremae is anger free then we can conclude that the attacker is not his enemy but someone who is trying to get his anger satisfied.

Watch your moves every time you on the move since people with different attitudes are all around us looking for people to attack. So be alert at all times.

Happy new 2012.

Formula for a prosperous living

What's the first thing came flashing into your mind when the first day of a new year breaks. I believe most people would start thinking of a new beginning, let's stop the habit of abusive usage of alcohol, quit smoking, reduce night outs to the pubs or others would go for making a new living by establishing a new business, erecting a new home. Students might planning of taking another study or pursue further degrees. You may have your own thoughts and plans but there is a great formula I have discovered in the Bible for a better and prosperous living. It was found in the book of Matt 6: 33, " But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." This scripture is one of my best that helps me much as I gain momentum  in life.

 The formula is 'BLESSING = SEEK KINGDOM + RIGHTEOUSNESS' . We may have many plans to seek, accomplish and pursue we can choose starting a new business, looking for a better job, acquiring another scholarship to name but a few. All these benefits man looking for is the result of the formula. We don't spend time to seek the Kingdom of God and His righteousness. These are the two important things in life we should go crazy after. We should pant for it like a deer that pants for water in a desert. We must strive both of it some people search for the Kingdom and find it but ignore righteousness. So when it comes to decision makings in life they accept bribes and pursue corrupt practice. To become completely prosperous in life we need to seek both the Kingdom and Righteousness once you've found it 'all these things shall be added unto you'. Notice that it says 'all'. It could be business ,better home, scholarship, money, job, truck, car, friends, kids and you name it.

If you haven't tried the formula then I beg you start planning your time, routes, your routine and go for it. It's simple just Seek God's Kingdom and His Righteousness. God bless.

Merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year 2012

God bless.

Kingdom living

Which way you're heading?

Every person that ever live on the surface of earth do has equal time frame to live on the planet earth. Whether you are a king, president, prime minister, parliamentarian, church leader, ordinary citizen, man,woman,boy,girl or a child we all have a chance to live a life on the earth. We all have the same amount of time on the planet earth. The opportunities we receive in life may varies but we all live on the same planet earth under the same sunlight, breathing the same oxygen and maximize the time within the 24 hour frame. We all eat regardless of what ever your meal is, drink, talk, smile,cry,laugh and sleep. Everybody on this planet earth performs the same routine every now and then. However, there is a secret behind every living a man lives, some people becomes prosperous in life, others work for their entire life time, while some doing nothing with their opportunity.

The question is how can I live a meaningful life on earth with the opportunity of living. The average person living on this planet earth did not fully comprehend what is life. Some thought that it is having fun at the night party, pubs or night club, others maybe it's their job or business. Students might think it's their normal attendance to lectures and having studies. The criminals would rather says it's another day lets rob the bank or the parliamentarians might says its time to review the constitution. All these forms of life style brings confusion to many yet people keep doing what they love to do. Here are some questions of life that every person on this planet earth needs to answer to help live a meaningful life.

The first question is, Who am I ? It's the question of Identity. A person living on this planet earth needs to identify and discover himself or herself in order to be productive in the society.
The second questions is, Where am I from? It's the question of Heritage. This question has nothing to do with the ethnic background. Everybody knows where they are from but your origin is far better than your earthly background.
The third is, Why am I here? It's the question of purpose. In order to be successful one needs to ask this question to understand the purpose of existence on the face of earth.
The fourth is, What can I do? It's the question of Potential. Knowing our abilities is one way of knowing how much we can do. A person needs to understand his potential to live a life at it's fullest.
The final one is, Where am I going? It's the question of Destiny. Every person needs to know where they are heading to. Once you know your destiny no one can mislead you or influence you out of your way or plan.

I believe that to live a successful life on this planet earth every person needs to answer these questions. If you haven't done answering these questions you better take your time and start looking at life in a very serious manner cause your time is your life.