Lampung gets new governor

BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: Oemarsono, 58, was elected Governor of Lampung for the 1998/2003 term yesterday in a tight contest which saw him defeat two other candidates -- Syamsuddin Zakaria and Rahmat Abdullah.

Antara reported that the election was conducted under tight security, as supporters of the three candidates held vocal rallies outside.

The election was attended by 43 out of 45 members of the provincial legislative council.

The result of the election will be submitted to President Soeharto through the Minister of Home Affairs Yogie S.M. for approval.

Oemarsono, the former deputy governor of economy and development affairs, received 35 votes while Syamsuddin won five and Rahmat three. (09)