The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs has presented a $4.2M double-cab Hilux pick-up acquired through a Presidential Grant to Wallaba, Region One.
Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai presented the vehicle to Senior Councillor Dennis John at a brief ceremony held at her office.
A Government Information Agency (GINA) press release said the vehicle was bought through the village’s presidential grants for 2010 and 2011, which amounted to $1.4M, along with a $2.8M contribution from the government.
Wallaba is a small agricultural
