Mon Apr 28 11:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Government Crisis: Eleven Ministers and MPs Resign, Shaking Prime Minister’s Authority

**Honiara, [Date]** – A major political crisis has erupted in [Country Name] following the resignation of eleven government members, including six cabinet ministers and five backbenchers. The resignations, submitted to Governor-General David Tiva Kapu this afternoon, cite a lack of confidence in Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele’s leadership.

Among the high-profile resignations is that of Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Bradley Tovosia, along with key cabinet ministers such as Hon. Manasseh Sogavare (Finance and Treasury), Hon. Manasseh Maelanga (Infrastructure and Development), Hon. Nestor Ghiro (Fisheries and Marine Resources), Hon. Rollen Seleso (Rural Development), and Hon. Freda Tuki (Women, Youth, and Children’s Affairs). While Hon. Clezy Rore (Justice and Legal Affairs) initially resigned, he later withdrew his letter.

The five backbench MPs who also tendered their resignations are Hon. Claudius Tei’ifi, Hon. Stanley Sofu, Hon. William Marau, Hon. James Bonuga, and Hon. Lazarus Rima.

Private Secretary to the Governor-General Rawcliff Zeza confirmed the resignations, stating that Government House is awaiting advice from the Prime Minister on the next steps, including potential replacements for the vacant ministerial positions. The political ramifications of these mass resignations are expected to be significant, potentially triggering a government reshuffle or even a vote of no confidence. The situation remains highly fluid.

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