Jayawijaya regent to assume new post

Wed, 10 Dec 1997, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

MANADO, North Sulawesi: Col. J.B. Wenas, the regent of
drought-stricken Jayawijaya regency in Irian Jaya, will soon
assume a new post as the vice governor of North Sulawesi in
charge of people's welfare.

Antara reported that the appointment has been approved by both
the minister of home affairs and the Armed Forces headquarters.

North Sulawesi Governor E.E. Mangindaan said the provincial
legislative council would soon process the appointment, and it is
expected that by next month, Wenas will have been sworn in.

Wenas will replace Achmad Nadjamuddin who has been installed
as the deputy chairman of the legislative council. (swe)

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