Sachroni installed acting governor

BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: Minister of Home Affairs Moh. Yogie S.M. inducted yesterday Oman Sachroni as acting governor of Lampung replacing Poedjono Pranjoto who began serving as a legislator last Wednesday.

Oman is also Director General for General Administration and Regional Autonomy at the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Poedjono had recently been elected a deputy speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly.

"Oman is the most suitable replacement for Poedjono," Yogie was quoted by Antara as addressing the plenary of the provincial legislative council. The next gubernatorial election will take place next year. (swe)