PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare thanked people who cleaned Honiara City since Saturday and those who stood with police to protect the city.
Mr Sogavare said such demonstration of civic duty and patriotism gave him comfort, hope and courage to continue the fight for democracy and the rule of law.
On Saturday local contractors volunteer and came out in force to clean the industrial site at Ranadi.
Today (Sunday 28th November 2021) companies, church groups and others also volunteered to start cleaning China Town.
Mr Sogavare also pay tribute to communities throughout Honiara who have stood shoulder to shoulder with the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) to protect Honiara.
“These are patriotic fellow Solomon Islanders who have had enough criminal activities.
“The silent majority of our people wants a peaceful and stable city and country.
“While the protests and ransacking was prevalent in the past few days, we also saw our people rallying behind our RSIPF to protect properties and lives.
“We had fellow Solomon Islanders working side by side with the RSIPF manning check points and roadblocks.
“I thank you for your courage and commitment,” the Prime Minister said.
He also took the opportunity to thank the RSIPF for their sacrifice, commitment and courage in the face of insurmountable adversity.
“They could have resort to use the deadly and lethal force but they exercise great restraint, even in the face of clear and present danger to their lives.
“I thank you for your bravery and courage. You have my highest respect and undying gratitude and that of our people Solomon Islands.”
The Prime Minister expressed his heartfelt gratitude and appreciation during his third national address this evening.
