A Sri Lankan judge has officially joined the judiciary of Papua New Guinea, taking his oath as a judge of the Supreme and National Courts during a ceremony held at Government House in Konedobu this afternoon.
The swearing-in was officiated by the Acting Governor-General and Chief Justice of Papua New Guinea, Sir Gibbs Salika.
In a solemn ceremony steeped in judicial tradition, the new judge took his oath of office and allegiance before Sir Gibbs Salika, pledging to serve with integrity, impartiality, and dedication to upholding the Constitution and laws of Papua New Guinea.
The new judge joins a distinguished panel of justices serving both the Supreme and National Courts of Papua New Guinea — the country’s highest institutions for interpreting the law and safeguarding justice.
He is expected to commence his duties immediately, presiding over cases in both the appellate and trial jurisdictions of the courts.
This latest appointment underscores the judiciary’s ongoing efforts to maintain efficiency, integrity, and credibility in the administration of justice across the nation.
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