The Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet yesterday announced that the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification, Bradley Tovosia voluntarily tendered his resignation from both positions, effective yesterday.

The decision follows a meeting of the Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) coalition held yesterday late afternoon in the Cabinet Room, a statement by the prime minister’s press secretariat yesterday said.

Coalition partners unanimously resolved that the national interest must come first, and Tovosia’s resignation was made in accordance with this collective decision, the statement said.

Tovosia has expressed his sincere gratitude to his colleagues, supporters, and the people of Solomon Islands for their continued trust and support during his time in Cabinet, the statement said.

He remains the elected Member of Parliament for East Guadalcanal and has pledged his full support to the GNUT and its leadership.

The Government for National Unity and Transformation reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to unity, stability, and delivering on its development priorities for the benefit of all Solomon Islanders, the statement said.

The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) is a coalition comprising three political parties, OUR Party, Solomon Islands People’s First Party, Kadere Party

The GNUT was formed with the goal of uniting different political parties to work together towards the common good of the nation.

Each party brings its own unique strengths and perspectives to the coalition, allowing for a more diverse and inclusive approach to governance.

By coming together, the GNUT aims to address the various challenges facing the country and to implement policies that benefit all citizens, the statement said.

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, GNUT stands firm in its commitment to promoting good governance, national unity, and sustainable development for the Solomon Islands.