Archive for May, 2007

Togiola claims Eni is playing politics to court Manu’a Vote

Thursday, May 3rd, 2007

Reprint for Samoa News
May 03, 2007

“JUST THE FACTS PLEASE”

Letter to the Editor
Samoa News

In your article, “Togiola Claims Eni Is Playing Politics To Court Manu’a Vote,” I believe there’s some truth to what Togiola is saying but let’s look at the facts. (more…)

Tufele dismisses any move for a separate Manu’a government

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007

May 02, 2007

By Blue Chen-Fruean
Samoa News Correspondent

Manu’a District Governor Tufele Li’amatua has written a letter to Congressman Faleomavaega, voicing his opinion on, among other things, suggestions that the Manu’a Islands should set up its own separate government. (more…)

Senate calls for Eni to withdraw ballot proposal. Congressman didn’t consult with leaders and the public, resolution says

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

Reprint from Samoa News
May 01, 2007

By Fili Sagapolutele
Samoa News Correspondent

The Senate has requested Congressman Faleomavaega to withdraw a federal measure he introduced in the U.S. House seeking the Secretary of Interior to place three questions on the November 2008 ballot. (more…)